Production Manager

Wabtec • Warren, OH

8h • $79,100 - $112,800 • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Schaefer Equipment group, you will be responsible for managing departmental operations, supervising production personnel, and ensuring efficient use of materials and equipment. You will support the team by setting production schedules, training staff, and maintaining safety and quality standards. You will report to Group Vice President, Freight Car Products and collaborate with other supervisors to meet operational goals

Requirements

• College degree, technical degree, or equivalent supervisory experience
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience, including supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing and machining/assembly processes
• Familiarity with production and materials control systems
• Product knowledge preferred
• Understanding of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing concepts, and production scheduling
• Proficient in computer usage
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and supervisory abilities
• Exceptional analytical and reasoning skills
• Capable of effective planning and organization of work and processes
• Quality-focused with a strong motivation to deliver excellent customer service

Nice To Haves

• Product knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff including hiring, training, evaluation, and termination
• Set and communicate daily and weekly production schedules
• Assign, train, and direct employees on jobs
• Ensure machine operators are trained and work safely
• Coordinate daily shop activities and production priorities
• Train new employees on safety during onboarding
• Manage inventory levels of consumables
• Handle Time and Attendance functions and bi-weekly payroll approvals
• Communicate rules of conduct and administer
• Maintain safety procedures and ensure safety training is complete for the site
• Coordinate repairs with maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• health
• welfare
• retirement
• annual bonus, if eligible

What This Job Offers

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