Production Manager

Laborde Products•Covington, LA

12d

About The Position

With over 25 years of dedicated service, Laborde Products stands at the forefront of marine engine distribution, committed to delivering excellence across the Southeast, up through the Great Lakes, and along the East Coast. Headquartered in Covington, LA and with branches in Deer Park, TX and Paducah, KY, we are your trusted partner in marine propulsion, featuring top brands like Mitsubishi, Steyr Motors, Yanmar and Scania Marine. We are currently seeking a Production Manager who will direct and manage all aspects of production operations for Laborde Products.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
5+ years of experience in manufacturing or production management.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
High energy with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Willing to face complex issues head on and work through challenges to build a stronger organization.
Well-developed interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well individually and as part of a team with diverse personalities.
Tactful and mature.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Technical degree in a relevant field preferred.
2+ years of diesel repair experience preferred.
Strong customer service mentality.
Participative management style.
Works with other team members to achieve the same goal.
Coaching management mentality.
Works to improve the team and the company through sharing experience and expertise to improve the effectiveness of the group.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and manage effective production plans and schedules to meet customer needs and company goals
Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to ensure timely delivery
Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure the availability of materials and components
Identify and resolve production-related issues and bottlenecks promptly
Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and increased efficiency while leading continuous improvement initiatives and implementing best practices
Draft and implement standard operating procedures, manuals, and documentation for the production and quality control processes
Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with quality and safety standards
Maintain records of test results, defects identified, and other key metrics related to quality control
Monitor and periodically report on production quality, non-conformance, trends, and underlying causes of defects in products or processes
Manage production budgets, including labor, materials, and equipment costs
Develop and maintain relationships and communications with customers and keeps them informed of progress and any developments that may come up
Maintain relationships with vendors and assist in evaluation of new vendors
Develop, set & monitor KPIs for the production department
Analyze data and generate reports to track performance, identify trends, and implement improvements
Prepare and present regular reports on production metrics and department performance
Hire, develop, and cross-train a team of capable technicians to effectively achieve the goals of the department
May perform other duties as required by business needs