Production Manager (Fremont)

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope • Fremont, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of daily plant operations. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who understands the interdependencies across departments and is committed to building processes that are proactive, not reactive. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in lean manufacturing, a team-first approach, and the operational discipline to plan multiple weeks ahead.

Requirements

• 5+ years of management experience in a manufacturing environment; background in metals, aluminum, doors, or related industries preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage proactive production schedules (minimum two weeks out)
• Experience with hardware and inventory management in a custom or made-to-order production setting
• Working knowledge of TPS/lean concepts: 5S, root cause analysis, resource allocation, and production planning
• Proactive planner. Builds schedules designed to absorb disruption rather than respond to it.
• Cross-functional awareness. Understands the downstream impact of upstream decisions and communicates accordingly.
• Collaborative approach. Measures success by what the team achieves, not individual output alone.
• Growth orientation. Looks beyond current processes to contribute to the long-term development of the department.

Responsibilities

• Direct and develop shift personnel through strategic labor deployment and ongoing performance accountability
• Build and maintain proactive production schedules, including inventory and hardware planning tied to custom order fulfillment
• Drive plant performance across core KPIs: safety, quality, responsiveness, cost, and people development
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and continuity across all departments
• Maintain a culture of safety through proper equipment use, consistent training, and adherence to all incident reporting procedures
• Apply TPS/lean methodologies, including 5S, root cause analysis, and resource planning, to address operational challenges at their source
• Support long-term growth initiatives, including thermal composite door expansion and the integration of new fabrication processes

Benefits

• Industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• PTO and holidays, including floating holidays
• A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training to equip employees with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed