Production Manager (Birmingham)

Storyteller Overland•Birmingham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager oversees and leads production of Storyteller Overland adventure vehicles and the assembly team at the Birmingham-area production facility. The role is responsible for safe, efficient, high-quality production and on-time completion, while developing a high-performing team and representing the company’s reputation and values. The position’s mission is to deliver exceptional-quality Adventure Trucks safely, efficiently, and on schedule by promoting accountability, collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The manager plans and directs daily production work, monitors schedules and performance, and ensures teams have the training, tools, materials, and resources needed to do their jobs. The role maintains hands-on proficiency across production stations and partners with Quality, Procurement, and Engineering to resolve production issues and implement parts or process changes. The position is based at the facility in the Lakeshore Area / West Homewood, Birmingham, Alabama. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. The role is exempt. The work includes prolonged standing and walking on a manufacturing floor; lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; precise assembly and operation of machinery and hand and power tools; reaching, stretching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching; visual inspection and reading technical documents; and responding to sounds and communication in a manufacturing environment. Some computer or documentation tasks may require extended sitting. Exposure to manufacturing chemicals or substances may occur; safety protocols and PPE will be provided. The job also requires regular operation of company cars, vans, or trucks.

Requirements

Proven experience in a production or manufacturing environment, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of production processes, equipment, and quality control.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with safety regulations and commitment to maintaining a safe workplace.
Proficiency in computer software for production scheduling and reporting.
Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate company vehicles in accordance with local traffic laws and company policies.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and meet the physical demands described for manufacturing-floor work.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, Manufacturing Management, or a related field; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience is considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily production and assembly operations for Adventure Trucks and/or Vans, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and on-time completion.
Plan, assign, and direct daily work activities to achieve production goals and optimize labor and resource utilization.
Ensure compliance with established safety, quality, environmental, and operational policies and procedures.
Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Maintain hands-on proficiency across production stations, providing technical support, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with assembly activities as needed.
Monitor individual and team performance, identify deficiencies, and provide timely, constructive coaching to improve outcomes.
Partner with Quality, Procurement, and Engineering to resolve production challenges, address inventory constraints, and implement parts or process changes.
Ensure production teams have the tools, materials, training, and resources necessary to perform their jobs safely and effectively.
Monitor production schedules, throughput, workmanship, and rework to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and quality.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives, standardized work practices, and 5S principles throughout the production environment.
Motivate and engage team members to achieve production objectives while reinforcing the organization’s shared vision and values.
Foster a positive, high-performing team environment through effective communication, cooperation, and camaraderie.
Perform additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned to support organizational and team goals.