General Foreman - 2nd Shift

About the role

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life's most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions-solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future-we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application. General Foreman - 2nd Shift Job Description Mueller Water Products is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and has an immediate opening for a 2nd Shift General Foreman at our Chattanooga, TN facility. For over 160 years MWP's manufacturing commitment has ensured one of the world's most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being. Job Description: Mueller's manufacturing commitment ensures one of the world's most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being. As a General Foreman , you will plan and coordinate the production team to meet daily and monthly goals. In addition to coaching and leading the other departments, you will plan and implement work for production areas ensuring materials and staffing are available for the department to perform daily work. You perform capacity analyses by specific work center and make capital equipment recommendations, also implementing flow manufacturing techniques where appropriate. Primary Responsibilities: Direct production operations in accordance with established priorities and sequences for manufacturing products using knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities, and skilled labor. Lead and mentor the production supervisors to ensure goals are met and to instill professional development. Monitors and evaluates employee productivity and behavior and provides constructive feedback and coaching. Owns progressive discipline for assigned employees. Manages or routes employee relations issues appropriately and timely. Maintains timekeeping and personnel records including but not limited to, vacation and time off requests and progressive discipline. Partner with Operations Managers, Supervisors, Production Planning, and Materials departments to establish production schedules, combat production issues, and offer suggestions for changes in production conditions. Assist Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering personnel in testing, troubleshooting, and modifying processes to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products. Abides by ISO requirements and safety procedures in meeting or exceeding goals established for safety, labor efficiencies, schedule attainment, scrap, rework, and any other production related goals. Supervise and assist in the setup, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of production equipment. Initiate, suggest, and implement plans to motivate, empower, and develop workers to achieve work goals in a team environment while complying with all quality policies, specifications, regulations and instructions. Remain flexible in lean technique implementation and principles such as 5S, standardized work, waste identification and elimination, value stream mapping, team based multi-skilled workforce, one-piece flow technology, visual factory concepts, and total productive maintenance. Ensures that all employees are following proper safety protocols including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and equipment. Perform other duties as directed. Required Skills: Strong, proven leadership background leading employees in a manufacturing environment. Intermediate computer skills including the use of Office Suite and especially Excel and Outlook. Ability to operate with a sense of urgency and distribute time sensitive and accurate data. Comfortable coaching, developing, and holding others accountable. Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve goals through influence. Understanding and ability to drive LE