Manager of Production

Ultra Machining Company, Inc (UMC) • Monticello, MN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Production will provide overall leadership of manufacturing operations, utilizing Supervisors and individual contributors. Responsible for managing and coordinating operations, productivity, and work quality; ensuring parts and assemblies are produced efficiently, on time, within budget, and to specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, industrial technology, or engineering or work experience in place of education.
• 4+ years supervisory experience with teams of 10 employees or greater.
• 5+ years' experience with precision CNC manufacturing equipment, materials, processes, and systems in versatile manufacturing environments.
• 2+ years working with lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Ability to express ideas, share information, listen actively, and demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communications.
• Excellent customer interfacing skills.
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills related to materials and process technologies.
• The ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business & financial acumen.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Ability to understand, quickly react, and motivate others to adapt to the changing organization environment.
• Strong ability for calculated risk taking; independent decision maker.
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Able to use metrics to support organizational objectives and goals.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Embodies the personal commitment to the shared core values of UMC: Great People, Going Beyond, and Growing.

Responsibilities

• Lead, Manage, and Hold Accountable
• Create clear expectations, communicate well, and ensure things get done.
• Create a work environment where people are fully engaged and highly accountable.
• Production Strategy
• Implement departmental goals and objectives to attain the business objectives set by the Director of Manufacturing, making sure goals align with overall company goals.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the production activities and resources to support company goals, objectives, and profitability of operations.
• Organize and structure the production department to facilitate lean, efficient, and effective performance of business operations.
• Daily Department Management
• Review and analyze production dashboard report’s daily to measure and ensure effectiveness and productivity goals are met, taking action accordingly where metrics are missed.
• Monitor and manage KPIs for manufacturing areas and support teams.
• Manage and provide direction to supervisors over manufacturing/production employees.
• Monitor & manage cost reductions, such as waste, scrap, damage, and rework.
• Continuous Improvement
• Coordinate, recommend, and manage improvements to reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and sustain those improvements.
• Ensure quality standards and processes are used throughout manufacturing. Work constantly with Quality Assurance on continuous improvements and provide preventative and correction actions when problems occur.
• Safety
• Support safety initiatives, policies, and procedures to ensure plant operations are safe and consistent with company and governmental standards and help reduce accidents and injuries.
• Exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety, responsible for safety awareness, while upholding and improving the culture of safety within the organization.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and take action if appropriate, before a problem occurs.
• Report potential hazards, unsafe working conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe acts, and injuries immediately.

Benefits

• Generous PTO: Start with 4 weeks of paid time off per year, with accrual from day one.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive base salary for day shift roles, with opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid holidays.
• 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.
• Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees