Production Manager

Future Form Manufacturing • Sparks, NV

6d • $95,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager directs manufacturing operations through a team of leads and supervisors, aiming to improve customer and employee satisfaction, production efficiency and quality, and company profitability. The role oversees Sheet Metal, Weld, Paint, and Shipping activities and is responsible for production personnel, staffing, training, performance management, manufacturing policies, planning, quality standards, customer issue resolution, and continuous improvement. The manager works with the Director of Operations on equipment needs and major projects, participates in business planning and sales and marketing efforts, maintains ISO 9001 responsibilities, and represents Future Form Manufacturing professionally. The position reports to the Director of Operations and supervises shop production personnel, including leads and supervisors. It works with customers, consultants, suppliers, and company team members. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The work takes place in a shop environment with moderate noise and exposure to dust, heat, and cold. Drug testing is required under company policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in industrial, mechanical, or business administration, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing management, preferably in a process-oriented company.
• At least 3 years of experience managing a significant segment of a large manufacturer or the entire operation of a smaller manufacturer.
• Strong knowledge of all facets of precision sheet metal manufacturing.
• Strong math skills, including arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, as well as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Strong blueprint knowledge, including flat pattern layout knowledge.
• Ability to counsel team members and coach and train them.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills, including mandatory use of Word, Excel, and the Internet.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instructions.
• Ability to trust people to work smart.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly; normal vision and hearing, with or without corrective aids.
• Follow OSHA safety regulations and company safety requirements.
• Submit to drug testing per company policy.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Additional related education, such as engineering, metallurgy, management, business courses, problem-solving techniques, or leadership development.
• Knowledge of CAD systems and automated (robotic) equipment programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, coaching, support, and ongoing performance feedback to production personnel, including leads and supervisors.
• Build team commitment to department and company goals; complete timely performance evaluations, hire personnel, provide corrective counseling, and assess training needs.
• Assess shop equipment and automation needs with the Director of Operations and research and recommend solutions.
• Formulate and recommend manufacturing policies and programs that maintain or improve the organization's competitive position and profitability.
• Develop the manufacturing plan and procedures to maintain high manufacturing standards and ensure products meet customer and company quality standards.
• Resolve customer concerns and issues with internal customer contacts.
• Work with the Director of Operations on major projects, including plant layout changes, capital equipment installation, and major repairs.
• Participate in planning to support smooth job flow and use problem-solving techniques across manufacturing functions.
• Identify, recommend, and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce costs and scrap; monitor rework data.
• Direct the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of production standards.
• Communicate and implement Future Form Manufacturing policies and procedures.
• Oversee Sheet Metal, Weld, Paint, and Shipping team activities, providing direction, motivation, and feedback.
• Assess shop staffing needs and coordinate with shop leads and Administration.
• Represent Future Form Manufacturing positively and professionally in internal and external customer contacts.
• Participate in corporate business planning and administration, as well as sales and marketing efforts.
• Keep current on information and technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance.
• Maintain ISO 9001 system responsibilities in accordance with the Quality Manual and procedure-level documentation.
• Participate actively and positively in Lean activities.
• Keep the work area clean and organized; perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow OSHA safety regulations and Future Form Manufacturing safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

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