Production Manager

B.E. Meyers • Redmond, WA

13d • $110,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager oversees, sustains, and improves production processes, reduces costs where possible, and ensures products are produced on time and meet customer requirements. The role leads production teams, maintains compliance with company policies and manufacturing standards, monitors production performance, and supports effective growth strategies and processes. The position is 100% onsite and requires a U.S. Person to meet U.S. export control compliance requirements.

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 clear communication in English.
• Ability to work well in a diverse team environment.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently; motivation and 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, analyze, 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.
• Ability to meet U.S. export control requirements as a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
• 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.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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 in new product development.
• Experience with SysPro or an equivalent system.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and 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 the area of responsibility for compliance.
• Identify and communicate production problems or potential problems early to minimize their impact.
• Plan and prepare for changes in production demand.
• Recommend appropriate departmental headcount levels.
• Ensure operations follow written manufacturing procedures, drawings, and established workmanship standards.
• Develop standard operating procedures for job-related functions and processes, 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 with 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 reports on KPIs and departmental operating conditions.
• Support the development, communication, and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes.
• Help ensure customer satisfaction through on-time deliveries, 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.
• Implement lean manufacturing initiatives and use problem-solving tools to identify root causes and recommend or initiate corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure the cross-training matrix is maintained.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding, disciplining, terminating employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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