Team Manager

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. 

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job…

In this position the Team Manager Drive customer order execution, according to agreed plan and in line with our priority’s safety, quality, delivery and cost. First line manager. Coordinate between different processes and support functions. Lead a team of 1 to 2 team leaders and 15-25 associates across 1 to 2 shifts.

This is an onsite position located in Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Manager for Team Members and Team Leaders.
• As process owner be responsible for: safety of the people, processes and manufactured/delivered products, quality + Q-system, delivery and cost.
• Act as GPHE production process owner, responsible for execution of all processes related to GPHE production.
• Manage the product flow, and schedule execution within the GPHE organization.
• Operational responsibilities to communicate, align, and implement defined strategy while meeting set goals.
• Establish all operational policies for proper fabrication and verification of GPHE products.
• Involvement in the global alignment of operations activities.
• Successful development of local organization in terms of competence and succession planning according to Alfa Laval Production System.
• Set and follow up targets for the team and each employee, broken down from unit level.
•  As first line manager make decisions involving:
• Overtime work.
• Capacity transfer in –and out of the cell.
• Stopping production in the cell in case of safety / quality / environmental deviations.
• SOP audit dialogues and takes corrective actions in case of deviations.
• Delegation of tasks in the unit.
• Verify the quality and execution of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) via audit dialogues.
• Perform audits according to the Alfa Laval Production System.
• By own presence drive performance of the team and employees.
• Be responsible for own department cost center.
• Drive team performance meetings, improvement meetings and related activities.
• Be a link between the factory and support functions for daily issues.
• Control of quality, deviations and line stops.

What you know:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 2 years of experience from relevant area in a production/manufacturing environment.
• A visible, result driven leader delivering results through the team.
• Strong people management, recruiting, training, development, and team building skills.
• Lean production experience, training and techniques a plus.
• Computer experience in MS applications and ERP or Warehouse Management systems.
• Experience from improvement tools, e g 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen.
• Production finance.

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

What’s in it for you?

At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically 80,000.00 to $95,000.00.

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, for this particular role, we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in USA or have an established presence in the area.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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