Manager, Production (Precision Tube Fabrication)

The role

The Production Manager will lead production operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This person will manage a staff of supervisors and 80+ employees to deliver finished fluid systems assemblies.

What you will do

• Manage a staff of supervisors and 80+ employees across multiple shifts.
• Achieve safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Leverage quality metrics to improve team output and identify root causes for quality issues.
• Achieve cost targets by improving labor efficiency and eliminating rework/scrap.
• Drive delivery targets to support the company launch manifest.
• Support strategic planning of labor, equipment, facilities, and other resources.
• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades.
• Develop high-performing leaders and inspire a culture of excellence.
• Foster an environment of continuous improvement.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or 4+ years of experience in Engineering, Manufacturing/production operations, Supply chain management, or Military operations.
• 1+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or production role with direct reports.
• Must be able to work long hours and weekends as needed.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports.
• 4+ years of experience within manufacturing operations.
• A strong technical understanding and practical knowledge of fluid systems manufacturing processes.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization.
• Experience developing team performance metrics, setting targets, and driving production teams to achieve those targets.
• Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.
• Highly motivated and team-oriented leader with strong communication skills.
• Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles.

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards.
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave.

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

About the company

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