Primary responsibility of this position is to develop, plan, direct and control the day-to-day manufacture of gears and shafts through effective scheduling of machines, manpower, and material flow in order to meet customer schedules and sales forecasts. This position is responsible for the supervision of the direct and indirect hourly work team in the facility ensuring the team has the resources, skills, training, materials and information to safely produce a quality part, which meets customer specifications and schedules within cost specifications. Responsible for reviewing production schedules and coordinating the flow of materials and manufacturing of finished goods to the Customer. This position will also coordinate continuous improvement activities through process improvements and cost reduction initiatives for the manufacture of all components. Maintenance and equipment Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) are also a responsibility for this position.