Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Production Manager to oversee the production process, lead the production team, and ensure efficient, timely delivery of high-quality work. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of production processes, and a focus on meeting safety, quality, and productivity goals. Operations leadership sets company-wide standards for staffing, parts, and quality, and you will work within them.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily production operations, ensuring goals are met on time and within budget, with modification jobs delivered without service failure
Develop and implement production plans, schedules, and budgets to meet company objectives
Supervise and lead the production team, ensuring they are trained, motivated, and efficient, and keep staffing matched to the work available
Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality control regulations, and company policies, including toolbox talks, incident reporting, and equipment checks
Enforce inspection and rework standards so jobs pass the first time, and investigate and document the fix for any service failure
Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement, engineering, and quality assurance, to keep operations running smoothly
Maintain and improve production equipment and machinery to reduce downtime
Manage parts and materials inventory to keep sufficient stock for scheduled jobs, and flag shortages early
Identify and resolve production issues, including bottlenecks, quality issues, and equipment failures
Analyze production data and report on performance, efficiency, costs, job status, labor hours, and billings
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean or Six Sigma practices
Implement and monitor KPIs to track production performance

What Success Looks Like

Modification jobs delivered on time and without service failure
Low rework and strong first-pass quality
A safe shop with few incidents
A fully staffed, well-trained crew
Labor and overtime kept within budget

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a production management role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory position
Strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes, machinery, and equipment
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
Proficiency in production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities at once
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Knowledge of safety regulations and quality control standards
On site full time

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in container modification, fabrication, or a related industry
Lean Manufacturing certification or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Experience with ERP or other manufacturing software systems
Experience with project-based work

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