Assistant Production Manager

Aztec Plastics is seeking an energetic, proactive Assistant Production Manager to streamline their bustling production department. Aztec Plastics is a family owned, full-service plastic injection molding company located in the West Loop of Chicago. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assigning materials, equipment, and human resources to the production department, and overseeing quality control and costs. You may be requested to prepare production schedules. The ideal candidate will have experience working in plastic injection molding.

We are seeking someone who can fill this role today. Aztec Plastics is a great place to learn and grow your manufacturing career. If you are a disciplined, motivated, team player who takes pride in your work, you'll fit right in!

Assistant Production Manager Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Production Manager.
• Assisting the Production Manager with administrative tasks like production schedules and timesheets.
• Appointing labor and purchasing stock toward the smooth running of the production process.
• Preparing cost estimates for materials, equipment, and hiring laborers.
• Overseeing quality control throughout the production process.
• Ensuring that production is completed before deadlines.
• Procuring and monitoring the efficiency of production equipment.
• Updating the Production Manager on the status of projects.
• Liaising and coordinating production with other departments.
• Resolving labor disputes, where requested.

Assistant Production Manager Requirements:

• Must have experience with Plastic Injection Molding.
• Previous experience working in a related industry preferred.
• Must be proficient with Windows Suite including proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to supervise production teams confidently and proactively.
• Exceptional analytical ability toward solving production-related concerns.
• Knowledge of procuring materials, equipment, and labor needed throughout the production process.
• Proficiency in quality control, managing budgets, and production costing.
• Competence with computer-based administration, record-keeping, and procurement systems.
• Ability to work independently under the Production Manager, and as part of a production team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills toward managing human resources and liaising with other departments

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