NS BlueScope - Coated Products North America (Coated Products) is a joint venture between Nippon Steel and BlueScope Steel. The Coated Product business operates in the United States, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia, with its headquarters based in Singapore. This joint venture provides a strong platform to capture growth in new market segments. ASC Profiles LLC and Steelscape LLC are part of the NS BlueScope Coated Products business in the United States and is an industry leader on the forefront of offering innovative steel product solutions. With over 600 employees and eight manufacturing plants across the Western United States, we have built trusted brands which have served the construction industry for over 50 years.

ASC Profiles LLC is the leading manufacturer of steel roof and wall products and structural roof and floor deck in the Western U.S., servicing customers from six locations. ASC Profiles services various segments of the steel construction industry through its three divisions, AEP Span, ASC Steel Deck and ASC Building Products.

This position oversees our Manufacturing facility in Tacoma, WA for AEP Span.  AEP Span, a Division of ASC Profiles, LLC is a leading manufacturer of architectural metal products, offering performance rated structural roof and siding. AEP Span affords the architectural community design flexibility and freedom of expression by allowing architects to design and specify roofing and framing systems for new construction and re-roofing applications. AEP Span blends traditional design with contemporary technology and tested values. The innovative thought that goes into the product design, customer service and consideration for the installer is what makes AEP Span's roofs and walls protect not only buildings, but reputations. AEP Span has operations in Tacoma, Washington and Sacramento, California.

The Manufacturing Manager II provides leadership to the production planning, shipping, and operations staff in all aspects of the operational processes for the plant site and is critical in ensuring the skills and competency of direct reports are developed and maintained.  This role leads and reinforces a high performing safety culture.  Through employee engagement and support, the Manufacturing Manager II focuses on performance improvement, cost reduction, product delivery and customer service.  The incumbent will develop and execute strategic plans aligned with ASC Profiles’ business goals.

What you will do:

• Using Felt Leadership, implement and ensure high performance of safety metrics.
• Train and Maintain standards according to BSL Codes of practice, Safety and environmental standards.
• Facilitate quality, service improvements and cost reduction through efficient manufacturing practices, collaboration and use of continuous improvement methodology.
• Provide leadership, support and direction to site employees while ensuring the skills and competency of the team members are developed and maintained.
• Mentor staff to optimize performance, drive results and leadership growth.
• Work through complex situation to resolution that will require collaboration with key stakeholders at all levels of the business; requires a continuous improvement and growth mindset approach.  
• Accountable for the communication effectiveness and support of the team.  This includes the acquisition, filtering and distribution of relevant information.  Communicate the company’s vision and values.
• Provide leadership consistency in implementing best demonstrated practices across all locations.
• Support peers by building networks, sharing successes, tools and knowledge.
• Ensure CAPEX and cost savings projects are completed on time, within budget and with recognized savings being realized.

What you will bring:      

     Minimum Experience:

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Proven hands-on experience driving a culture of safety, high performance and employee engagement. 
• Intimate knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and their application in a production environment including experience in converting from traditional manufacturing to Lean principles and methodology.
• Proven experience in managing safety and environment, production efficiency, maintenance, visual management, manufacturing systems, equipment utilization, delivery performance, product quality, budget and cost controls.

     Preferred Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, operations management or related field is strongly preferred; or a combination of education and experience.          
• Knowledge of steel industry.
• Knowledge of ASC Profiles products and specifications.
• 5+ years’ experience in a managerial capacity at a roll-forming manufacturer.
• 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with plant start-up’s and equipment layout.

Pay Range:

• $114,000 - $171,000 annually; dependent upon experience and knowledge, plus bonus and full benefits

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.