Production Manager I

The Clutches & Brakes Division of the Industrial Powertrain Solutions (IPS) segment is seeking a Production Manager to drive performance in New Hartford, CT for a $14M value stream. This leadership position will drive operational performance of production activities as they apply to the manufacture of electromechanical clutch and brake products, for industrial and aerospace / defense applications. Responsibilities include hands-on leadership of the Regal Rexnord Business System, which enables continuous improvement throughout the value stream. Oversee activities of assigned production associates and work with peers across the entire operation.

The right candidate will drive a culture of Continuous Improvement while achieving year over year performance improvement. The person in this role will actively lead Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost performance to exceed our stakeholders' expectations and enable profitable growth in the value stream.

• Value stream responsibility leading all aspects of the manufacturing operations and associates.

• Lead a value stream by setting objectives, executing daily management activities, and implementing corrective action (as required) to ensure customer success.

• Implement Continuous Improvement initiatives and drive results.

• Contribute to the annual business planning & budget process.

• Support compliance of the Management System and ISO9001 requirements.

• Coordinate activities of production associates and guide them in their development.

• Provide leadership and support to accounting, administration, engineering, and management relating to business performance.

• As required, coordinate and actively support corporate management / division initiatives.

• Interface with customer service and/or customers relating to delivery/quality issues as required.

Drive Business Performance

• Think team first: the ability to work collaboratively with others towards mutual objectives.

• Internal & External Customer focus: a drive to discover and meet the expectations of customers.

• Continuous Improvement: ability to develop creative solutions to problems and continuously improve people, systems and processes.

• Results Oriented: takes ownership and has a drive to achieve goals in the short and long term.

• Adapts to Change: the ability to adapt, to work effectively in an environment of change, uncertainty, and ambiguity.

• Commitment to Future Vision: the commitment to be a part of the integrated organization; the desire to support the needs, priorities, and goals of the organization.

• Develop Organizational Leaders: a genuine commitment to foster long-term growth and development of associates, with particular attention to how their talent can best be utilized to meet current and future business needs.

• Data Driven: uses facts to assist with making decisions; when necessary, willing to make decisions with incomplete data.

• Strong computer skills for communication and analysis.

• Continually strives to build knowledge and skills specific to the products and processes.

• BS degree in engineering, sciences, business, or equivalent experience

• 3+ years of lean manufacturing, TPS, 6 Sigma, or similar improvement methods

• 3+ years supervisory experience in dynamic environment

• Experience working directly with customers

Interpersonal/Leadership Skills:

• Embrace and lead with Regal Rexnord Values

• Business & Financial Acumen

• Visionary Leadership

• Engaged and dynamic leadership

• Strategic and tactical skills

• Go to GEMBA BIAS

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage

• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions

• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Paid Leaves

• Tuition Assistance

Regal Rexnord Corporation ("Regal Rexnord") is a leading manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and mechanical power transmission products and sub-systems, serving customers around the world in the general industrial, consumer, commercial construction, food & beverage, and alternative energy end markets, among others. Regal Rexnord sells its products and solutions to OEMs, through distributors, and directly to end-users. Regal Rexnord is a $7.2B company with 36,000 associates globally.

You may not know it, but Regal Rexnord impacts your life every day. The company's products enable the fans in HVAC systems that keep us comfortable; the power source that keeps smart buildings running; the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyer systems that keep e-commerce flowing, to name a few of the applications where our products are used.

Regal Rexnord's business purpose is to create a better tomorrow by energy-efficiently converting power into motion. This means creating innovative solutions while focusing on both customer needs and the company's commitment to sustainability. The company's industrial powertrain and automation solutions offerings are an important part of the company's growth strategy. The company's strategy includes leveraging 80/20 to prioritize all activities, including product excellence, operational excellence and commercial excellence (i) driving organic sales growth through the introduction of innovative new products, with a particular focus on improving energy efficiency, (ii) establishing and maintaining new customers, as well as developing new opportunities with existing customers, (iii) participating in higher growth end markets and geographies, and (iv) identifying and consummating strategic, value creating acquisitions.

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email . If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail .

Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.