Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing others to their highest potential? The Assistant Production Manager in Byhalia, MS may be a good fit for you.
Reporting to the Production Manager, this role is a key part in upholding ROCKWOOL standards and ensuring team and operational efficiency. The Assistant Production Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling the manufacturing processes to ensure that products are produced efficiently, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role involves managing resources, scheduling production, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?
In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.
Join us and make a difference!
What you bring:
· Foster a safety-first culture with a focus on achieving zero safety incidents.
· Analyze production processes to identify and mitigate safety risks and inefficiencies.
· Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and strive for zero environmental incidents.
· Coordinate training for the production team on safety protocols and procedures.
· Monitor production processes to ensure volumes are produced according to the schedule and customer demands and products meet ROCKWOOL's high-quality standards.
· Analyze production data and report key performance indicators to senior management.
· Collaborate with other departments to resolve production issues and improve efficiency.
· Manage the production budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost-effective operations.
· Identify opportunities to reduce costs through systematic loss elimination and process improvements.
· Report on budget performance and variances to the leadership team.
· Build, develop, and lead a high-performance production team.
· Ensure succession planning for key positions within the production department.
· Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
· Promote a positive and collaborative work environment.
· Implement and sustain ROCKWOOL Operational Excellence (ROPEX) principles within the production area.
· Drive continuous improvement initiatives through effective problem-solving and priority setting.
· Ensure adherence to lean manufacturing principles and best practices
· Act as a vocal and visible advocate in driving and managing organizational change initiatives.
What you will be doing:
· A Bachelor of Engineering (BE or BSE), Bachelor of Science in Engineering is preferred.
· 5+ years’ progressive leadership experience in a continuous flow manufacturing or industrial environment.
· Commitment to continuous improvement and sound understanding of lean principles.
· Strong knowledge of production management and quality control.
· Grow and develop the team through coaching, performance management, and sharing knowledge and experience.
· Champion the ROCKWOOL Way by demonstrating our core values of Ambition, Integrity, Responsibility and Efficiency.
· Organizational and analytical skills.
· Basic computer knowledge and skills.
· Acute attention to detail.
· Written and verbal communication skills.
· Problem-solving and trouble shooting skills.
· Accuracy and data integrity.
What we offer:
· Competitive Pay & Benefits from Day 1: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
· 401K Match: Up to 6%
· Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, 12 paid holidays, and parental leave.
· Educational Assistance & Career Growth: Invest in your future.
· Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.
· Safety First: Company-provided PPE and programs to keep you protected.
Work Environment & Conditions:
Join a clean, safe, and modern facility equipped with cutting-edge technology, advanced machinery, and innovative processes. Safety, cleanliness and employee well-being are at the heart of what we do, supported by comprehensive training programs and protocols. ROCKWOOL is deeply committed to giving back to our communities. Through global philanthropic initiatives, community involvement, and sustainability efforts, we strive to create a positive impact in the communities we serve.
Who we are:
Founded in 1937 in Denmark, ROCKWOOL transforms volcanic rock into sustainable, innovative products that improve lives and communities. With over 12,000 employees across 51 manufacturing facilities in 40+ countries, we share one common mission: to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living. Sustainability is central to our business strategy. Through our partnership with One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.
Our Culture and Commitment:
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. With employees representing 79 nationalities, we champion diversity, provide equal opportunities, and actively combat all forms of discrimination. At ROCKWOOL, you'll find a welcoming team environment built on what we proudly call “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This cultural foundation reflects our core values: ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.
ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.