Production Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Previous supervisory experience is required.
• Three to five years of production experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and other continuous improvement techniques.
• Strong problem-solving, facilitation, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Regular attendance on company premises is required.
• Eligible candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business, a technical field, or a related discipline.
• ERP/MRP experience.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Production Supervisor; train, plan, assign, and direct work in accordance with applicable policies and laws.
• Monitor production schedules and productivity.
• Manage, educate, coach, and develop team members, and remove barriers to achieving goals for safety, quality, customer satisfaction, productivity, cost control, and continuous improvement.
• Review labor requirements and backlog to create the monthly manufacturing plan and assist with monthly flash reporting.
• Review headcount, capacity, and scheduling requirements to ensure appropriate staffing for customer demand.
• Monitor employee performance and provide recognition, constructive feedback, and corrective action as needed.
• Manage production orders and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure the team meets the production schedule and satisfies customer demand.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and material problems in coordination with Quality, Engineering, Product Management, or Program Management.
• Support the Quality Management System, including quality walk-through audits, training for direct reports, communication of quality information, and investigations.
• Lead root-cause analysis for quality- and safety-related incidents and follow applicable quality guidelines and requirements.
• Foster active care, teamwork, and two-way communication.