Production Manager
About The Position
The Production Manager provides hands-on management, development, and oversight of production operations for an assigned project. The role transitions customer projects into a high-performing Lean Manufacturing environment while ensuring safety, quality, on-time delivery, and production efficiency that meet or exceed customer and business expectations. The manager is accountable for project processes, procedures, equipment, and execution strategies, and works with the Plant Manager and other departments to support successful manufacturing execution. RK Industries is a second-generation, family-owned enterprise offering construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication, and building services through seven lines of business. The company emphasizes safety, accredited standards, professional execution, employee development, and community philanthropy. This position is based in Aurora, Colorado, and requires minimal travel.
Requirements
- 10 or more years of manufacturing management operations experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory role.
- Proven leadership competencies and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to build and lead high-performing teams focused on collaboration and accountability.
- Excellent time-management skills and a sense of urgency.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.
- Results-oriented, strategic, and tactical approach with strong execution capability.
- Hands-on, decisive operational leadership style.
- Ability to manage production morale and key operational metrics.
- Passion for developing team members and driving process excellence.
- Microsoft suite skills.
- Ability to frequently sit, stand, and walk within a plant environment.
- Ability to work around typical manufacturing hazards and fluctuating noise levels.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience is considered.
- At least 2 years of Lean Manufacturing experience is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Manage an assigned project and achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance metrics.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts to achieve measurable, sustainable improvements.
- Develop and execute project strategies, production schedules, and resource plans aligned with production bid hours.
- Lead, mentor, and develop production team members and build a high-performing, engaged workforce.
- Monitor and report operational KPIs, including safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
- Oversee manufacturing personnel, supporting their alignment, engagement, development, and retention.
- Promote safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence consistent with RK Mission Critical values.
- Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency and reduce waste.
- Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management, and other departments to align and execute projects.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and vendors.
- Coordinate with the Plant Manager and provide strategic and tactical input on manufacturing support and execution.
- Participate in production-hour estimating, designed-for-manufacturability reviews, and risk assessments for project pursuits.
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes, including hazard analysis, safety procedures, and team-member skill assessments.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
- Comply with company policies and procedures and promptly notify a supervisor of hazards; employees are empowered to stop work when unsafe conditions are present.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits to support employee growth and well-being.
- Annual Incentive Program Bonus Eligibility.
- Hands-on training and development through RK University, including leadership and technical learning opportunities and an accredited apprentice program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
