Job description

Job Description:

• Manage the smooth running of the production department, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently and meet the company's high standards in quality
• Assess production requirements and determine resource requirements and work allocation to plan production operations effectively
• Regularly monitor the department’s critical list, prioritising any urgent requirements to prevent any internal delays or customer shortages
• Monitor and maintain records of employee timekeeping and absences, liaising with HR for support as required.
• Assess and review staff performance, offering feedback, both constructive and positive, to support the professional development of team members
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards
• Ensure that all equipment, materials and supplies are readily and continuously available to carry out production processes
• Work with the H&S department to develop or update Standard Operating Procedures, Safe Working Procedures and best practices for production operations
• Ensure all members of the team are working in compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures, highlighting any issues or concerns to management
• Maintain effective communication with other business areas to ensure smooth running in all areas of manufacturing operations.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Engineering teams to ensure machinery is in good working order, reporting any breakdowns or quality issues immediately
• Effectively manage personnel within the team
• Conduct team briefs to clearly communicate targets, achievements, improvements and business change to all team members
• Manage departmental issues and queries, escalating to Senior Management as required
• Project a positive image of Wren Kitchens and the department at all times
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably as requested by the VP of Operations or Senior Management
• Adhere to stated policies and procedures regarding health and safety in the workplace
• Adhere to procedures regarding the proper use and care of equipment and materials associated with the role
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge in order to effectively perform the role

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience in a managerial role within the manufacturing industry
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate, coach, develop, motivate and build effective relationships within teams
• Strong initiative
• Problem solving skills and the ability to identify improvement opportunities
• Self-motivated with the ability to lead a team
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety regulations
• Planning and organisational skills
• Flexibility
• Competence with Microsoft Office and its relevant functions

About The Company

Wren Kitchens, the UK's number 1 kitchen retailer, is expanding into the USA!

Wren Kitchens is a privately-owned, family-run business which is passionate about kitchens and delivering a world-class customer experience. In the financial year of 2019 we recorded revenue of over $900m.

We're proud to say that we manufacture all our kitchens out of our state-of-the-art, 252,000 sq. ft factory in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

Wren Kitchens is famous for having the biggest range of kitchens provided at flat pack prices. With the largest range of colours and styles, Wren allow for the creative freedom to inspire customers and build their dream kitchens.

In 2020 Wren Kitchens opened its first U.S. showroom in Milford, Connecticut. We were also proudly named #1 top-rated retail workplace in the UK and The Telegraph recognised us as the fastest-growing bricks and mortar retailer and the Sunday Times ranked us as the 12th largest, privately owned company in the UK.

Here at Wren Kitchens we could not be more excited to be opening brand new kitchen showrooms in the USA throughout 2021. We are looking for exceptional people to join our teams and begin an exciting and fast-paced career.

This is the perfect time to join our team at Wren Kitchens as we are begining to grow rapidly across the East Coast.

What's great about working for Wren Kitchens?

• A fantastic team environment with great facilities
• Excellent in-role training and development
• Fantastic career advancement opportunities
• Paid vacation allowance
• 401(k) plan
• Health, vision and dental coverage
• Generous employee discount

Location:

1055 Hanover Street

Sugar Notch, PA 18706

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 5x8
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sugar Notch, PA 18706: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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