Fabrication Production Manager

New Flyer • Anniston, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

New Flyer is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to oversee fabrication production operations across its New Flyer Anniston and Carfair Anniston facilities. The role leads FABCO operations and translates business objectives into operational results, with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, cost management, and continuous improvement. The manager develops the people, processes, and performance needed to meet production and business goals.

The position oversees day-to-day operations, performance metrics, budgets, staffing, production planning, operational excellence initiatives, and capital investment opportunities. It also develops manufacturing leaders and employees, supports a safe and inclusive workplace, maintains quality and compliance, and collaborates with senior leadership and business partners. Approximately 5% travel may be required as business needs require.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Operations Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including significant experience leading senior-level manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated success managing complex production environments and leading teams to achieve operational targets.
• Experience with budgeting, workforce planning, production scheduling, and capacity management.
• Experience driving Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong people leadership, coaching, mentoring, and employee development capabilities.
• Ability to drive accountability, influence change, and build high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, MRP systems, and operational performance metrics.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to present operational results and recommendations effectively to senior leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day fabrication operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, cost targets, and business objectives.
• Establish, monitor, and communicate KPIs aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify production challenges and operational risks, and implement solutions to maintain production commitments.
• Develop and manage departmental operating budgets, monitor financial performance, and promote accountability for results.
• Forecast workforce requirements and optimize staffing, labor hours, and production efficiency.
• Lead the implementation and sustainability of Operational Excellence initiatives, especially 5S and continuous improvement.
• Improve manufacturing processes to eliminate waste, increase productivity, enhance quality, and reduce operating costs.
• Introduce operating methods, procedures, and technologies that improve manufacturing performance.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to identify, prioritize, and develop capital investment opportunities.
• Keep current with manufacturing technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Build, lead, coach, mentor, and develop manufacturing leaders and employees.
• Identify workforce training and development needs and implement plans for current and future requirements.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and professional workplace and support positive labor-management relationships.
• Champion safety and ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, environmental, regulatory, and legal requirements.
• Establish and maintain operational policies, procedures, and controls.
• Ensure manufacturing activities meet quality standards and customer expectations.
• Maintain accountability for internal financial controls and operational reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and business partners to align priorities and resolve operational challenges.
• Communicate manufacturing performance, business risks, improvement initiatives, and results to senior leadership.
• Prepare and present operational reports, performance updates, and business recommendations.
• Travel approximately 5% as business needs require.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefit package with immediate benefit eligibility.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment.
• Advancement opportunities within the company family.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior