# Metals Section Manager - Internal Posting > KIHOMAC · Layton, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-23 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** SSD-PMG - Precision Manufacturing Group ## Description ### **Expertise and Functions** - Provide support to Program/Project Manager, Contracting, or mid-level Engineering personnel in the areas of program scheduling, configuration management, finance and accounting, contracting, data analyses, database development or manipulation, preparation of technical/program reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation, test or validation/verification assistance - Plan/oversee test or project events as assigned by Program Manager or Engineering supervisor, reports status and results - Demonstrate some creativity in problem solving and/or creating new ideas. - Utilize effective communication with employees and management - Manage workflow in production area meeting production thru-put, quality and waste guidelines - Trackproduction thru-put, temperature, humidity of clean room production areas and storage areas - Practice in FIFO inventory plans when using materials - Audit work orders to verify actual production steps match work order and the materials listed match what is being used - Track and improve scrap and waste issues - Ensure policies and procedures are followed with employees and the product meets all Quality, Safety and customer requirements - Audit and ensure all material logs are maintained and SDS sheets are current and available on all materials in the shop - Coordinate and work with Project Managers to ensure timelines are met and products are delivered on schedule - Ensure that travelers are all properly followed and filled out and that timesheets are accurately filled out daily - Complete and document training and employee evaluations - Move raw materials and finished goods and stage for continuous workflow - Ensure materials are on hand that will be needed to complete the work - Ensure that the areas are kept clean and tidy, following the cleaning schedules required for each area - Work on ways to reduce waste and improve process flow, try to understand and resolve production issues - Report any non-conformances to quality - Arrive every day ready to work in a safe working environment, with a positive safety attitude and execution - Operate with a minimum of supervision within established systems and procedures - Analyze and interpret inventory information and data, to determine current production status such as raw materials on hand, parts on order, parts in process, past usage, lead time required, etc. - Print drawings and create job packets for use by production - Ensure job packets are handled and released to the floor per standard and policy - Schedule work cells, ensuring orders are handled in accordance with our processes - Expedite shop jobs by working with receiving, shipping, engineering, and production - Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed - Other duties as assigned **Managerial Duties** - Execute personnel-related activities to include: - Create realistic and accurate job descriptions - Direct employee workload to ensure productivity and performance against job description - Engage to manage positive employee relations and workplace atmosphere; work to resolve any personnel issues - Conduct ongoing feedback – both informal and semiannual feedback, counseling if necessary - Advise management as to which employees deserve recognition including but not limited to raises, promotions and awards - Manage accuracy of employee timecards - Ensure employees receive and perform any required training for position and company needs - Guide employees to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies/processes - Serve as link between upper management and employees; disseminate company information as appropriate – goals/changes/updates/news - Coordinate with Director and/or VP on corporate matters - Other managerial duties as assigned ## Requirements ### **Education/Training:**  - Associates's Degree in management or technicial/scientific discipline preferred - Working knowledge of machine preventative maintenance planning and leading TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) teams preferred ### **Experience:** - Proven experience leading Corrective Action Teams - Proven track record in mentoring employees and successful change management - Current KIHOMAC employees are encouraged to apply **Security:** - Must be a US citizen - Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required ### **Physical Requirements:** - Prolonged periods of standing and walking, able to bend, stretch, work with hands, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery - Must be able to visually inspect machines - Must be able to wear required safety equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and respirator as needed - Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds ## Benefits - Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) - Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) - Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) - Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) - Short Term & Long Term Disability - Training & Development - Wellness Resources ## Apply [Apply at KIHOMAC](https://apply.workable.com/kihomac/j/B018DDD451/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)