La-z-boy

Overview

This position is responsible for the leadership and oversight of assigned plant production processes, production teams and the areas that support those efforts. Product quality is an essential component of the scope of the role.

About La-z-boy

La-Z-Boy has been building incredible furniture since 1927, and there's a reason people still want La-Z-Boy in their homes—and more importantly, a reason great people are proud to be part of our company.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations or related field with 8-10 years of relevant experience, or equivalent 3-5 years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Proven leadership track record leading large organizations.
• Experience in a manufacturing type environment as a leader or project manager over labor intensive, large volume operations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9000:2000, Ergonomics, Advanced Maintenance Systems, Kaizen Events, VSM and Six Sigma.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software; expertise with enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Interact as a member of the Plant Lead Team in developing strategic vision and action plans
• Coach and lead managers/coaches and staff personnel in teamwork and constant improvement initiatives
• Oversee and ensure an efficient and cost-effective flow of product through the production system achieving financial results as outlined in the Annual Operating Plan
• Plans department operations: establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products to meet schedule requirements
• Ensures compliance with standard operational work practices: including E1 requirements to maintain accurate inventory levels
• Provide the leadership to develop and maintain a safe workplace
• Enforces quality standards; ensures product meets specifications
• Maintains the product quality system for the plant, insuring compliance with all requirements