Manager, Production

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems•Hampton, AR

19d

About The Position

The Manager, Production oversees production operations for assigned units or shifts, supervising team members who operate production machinery, assemble items, conduct quality control, or package goods for shipment. The role coordinates work and inventory flow, staffing, and performance against production schedules and quality goals. It leads employees and has some responsibility for hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions, in coordination with HR Directors and General Managers. The position also involves monitoring production processes and equipment, reporting malfunctions or abnormalities, arranging maintenance or repairs, and ensuring work is performed according to established safety procedures. The role primarily operates in a climate-controlled environment, but may involve working indoors and outdoors, exposure to changing climates, and operating machinery. It is safety-sensitive, may require a different shift, and involves travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

Associate's degree and 5–7 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Decision-making skills.
Problem and situation analysis skills.
Project management skills.
Planning skills.
Ability to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods.
Ability to move regularly throughout company facilities.
Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
May need to stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business.

Responsibilities

Manage production operations for assigned units or during an assigned shift.
Supervise workers who operate production machinery, assemble items, perform quality control, or package goods for shipment.
Notify maintenance or engineering departments when equipment requires maintenance or repair.
Monitor production output against established schedules and quality goals.
Coordinate the flow of work through the department.
Ensure the department has sufficient inventory to meet demand and is staffed appropriately.
Lead and direct employees, with some responsibility for hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions in coordination with HR Directors and General Managers.
Monitor production equipment and process controls, report malfunctions or abnormalities, and make minor equipment adjustments or repairs.
Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.