PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub-structural components with 14 manufacturing facilities, 28 Service Centers and 44 Metal Mart locations across the US.

After three generations of family ownership, McElroy transitioned to an employee-owned company (ESOP) in 2022. Ian McElroy, who continues to serve as the President of McElroy Metal, shared the reason for the change, "The one constant trait during our 60-year history is the influence and support of employees. Throughout the country, McElroy Metal is blessed to have loyal team members, including many that have dedicated decades of service to the company. As a show of appreciation, McElroy Metal team members are now employee owners of McElroy Metal.”

Position Details:

The Production Associate is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the execution of the daily production plan, ensuring compliance with company policies for safety and quality, while providing a high level of customer service. The Production Lead ensures priorities and production goals are met by coaching and motivating team members and removing barriers to performance. The leader champions continuous improvement to optimize efficiency and capacity in assigned cell(s). As a member of the operational leadership team, the Production Lead is focused on employee retention, developing a technically qualified workforce, reducing operating costs and maximizing profitable growth for the facility.

Production Associate Responsibilities:

• Build strong and meaningful relationships with all direct reports, along with other shop employees
• Engage and empower team members in a positive manner to achieve team-oriented environment
• Communicate to all team members clear expectations to plan
• Lead daily manufacturing activities to achieve key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with all Company policies and best practices
• Responsible for managing resources within cell(s) to achieve cost, quality, delivery and safety objectives
• Ensure team members receive training on the technical aspects of manufacturing processes, CI methodologies, tools, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Prioritize cross training of employees to allow for flexing of the workforce to ensure deadlines and objectives are met
• Investigate root causes, communicate findings and initiate corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Lead and facilitate CI projects and ensure sustainment through coaching and regular audits
• Works closely with Operational Leadership team to ensure accurate and timely communication as well as effective planning to optimize efficiency and timely delivery of quality products
• Maintain current working knowledge of plant equipment, processes, standards and quality criteria.

Production Associate Requirements:

• High School education and/or some secondary education (Preferred);
• Previous experience as a Group/Team lead (Preferred)
• Have basic computer skills- Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
• Self-Starter – minimal supervision required
• High energy with strong sense of urgency
• Ability to earn respect and trust from employees
• Good time management, prioritization abilities, and project management skills
• Ability & desire to support a continuous improvement culture
• Strong communication and listening skills. Effective communicating 1:1 and in small groups
• Ability to maintain a respectful and safe work environment
• Good problem-solving skills with focus on continuous improvement techniques
• Goal/Results oriented – ability to set high goals and achieve results
• Effectively supports change
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and product
• Practical knowledge of lean/continuous improvement tools and strategies
• Ability to work all shifts as needed

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Annual Profit-Sharing
• Rapid career growth opportunities with regular pay increase opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• McElroy Metal is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank you for your service!

Visit our McElroyMetal.com employment page for more information about our company, our locations, and how to join the McElroy Metal team.

McElroy Metal will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if McElroy Metal is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

McElroy Metal is an equal opportunity employer. We provide an inclusive environment that allows each employee to be their best based upon their merit, talent and aspiration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

McElroy Metal is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. Requests for an accommodation should be made with the hiring manager.