Production Manager

B.E. Meyers•Redmond, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager oversees, sustains, and improves production processes to reduce costs and ensure products are made on time and meet customer requirements. The position leads production teams, monitors performance, develops staff, enforces company policies and safety regulations, and ensures operations follow written manufacturing procedures, drawings, and workmanship standards. The role also develops and improves procedures, reviews operational data and reports, resolves production and maintenance issues, and makes data-based recommendations to improve quality, efficiency, and business performance. The Production Manager supports growth strategies, customer satisfaction, budget adherence, and the maintenance of production and time records. This position is 100% onsite and requires a U.S. Person under U.S. export control requirements. The role includes supervisory authority, including hiring, training, work assignment, performance appraisal, discipline, and resolving employee complaints and problems.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 to satisfy U.S. export control compliance requirements.
Familiarity with manufacturing, materials, and engineering.
Ability to set accurate goals, work efficiently, and manage time.
Negotiating skills and a high tolerance for ambiguity.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly in English.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently, stay motivated, and maintain excellent organizational skills.
Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or four to six years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three to five years of supervisory experience.
Experience with basic production technologies, soldering, electro-optical-mechanical assembly and test, ESD control, instrument calibration coordination, tooling and equipment maintenance, ERP systems, and Quality systems.
Ability to read and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.
Ability to calculate common figures and amounts and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, and PowerPoint.
Experience with SysPro or an equivalent system.
Ability to lift 25 pounds occasionally and perform assembly operations requiring manual dexterity and repetitive motions.
Ability to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, sit, talk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with military standards such as MIL-STD-461F, MIL-STD-810G, and MIL-STD-882D.
A proven track record launching products in a structured environment as a team member or leader with new product development.

Responsibilities

Provide direction to subordinates, set performance standards, and monitor performance.
Write and deliver annual performance reviews and recommend merit increases.
Motivate and develop team members.
Enforce company policies and departmental procedures, and audit areas of responsibility for compliance.
Identify and communicate problems or potential problems early to minimize production impact.
Plan and prepare for changes in production demand.
Recommend appropriate staffing levels.
Ensure operations follow written manufacturing procedures, drawings, and established workmanship standards.
Develop standard operating procedures and recommend efficiencies and process improvements to improve product quality.
Review production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to minimize costs and prevent delays.
Consult engineering personnel about machine and equipment modifications to improve production and product quality.
Develop or revise standard operating and working practices, and observe workers to ensure compliance.
Compile, store, interpret, and present data to all levels of the organization.
Make data-based recommendations to improve the business.
Provide timely, accurate, and complete KPI reports and information on departmental operating conditions.
Support the development, communication, and implementation of growth strategies and processes.
Help ensure customer satisfaction through on-time delivery, quality products, and effective communication.
Maintain time and production records.
Interpret company policies for workers and enforce safety regulations.
Ensure departments operate within established budgets.
Apply lean manufacturing knowledge and implement lean initiatives.
Identify root causes using problem-solving tools and recommend or initiate corrective and preventive actions.
Ensure the cross-training matrix is maintained.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, terminating employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.