PCBA Production Manager

Why Work at Banner?

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of some of the biggest industry trends, such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and our photoelectric, ultrasonic, and vision sensors, LED lights and indicators, monitoring solutions, and other safety products are used by Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders worldwide. Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.

Position Summary

The PCBA Production Manager is involved in and responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing process, including but not limited to: production planning, quality performance, process improvements, and all key performance indicators related to the area managed.  The PCBA Production Manager uses their people skills to motivate and inspires all members of the Production team.

This position reports to the Sr Operations Plant Manager

According to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act), this position is classified as:      

• Exempt, based on the Professional exemption.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Determine staffing requirements
• Set employee goals and objectives. Develop employees to meet those objectives.
• Monitor and review performance daily to ensure productivity goals are met. Coach employees to improve productivity while maintaining a positive work environment and organize necessary corrective action for improvement as needed.
• Ensure employees are effectively trained.
• Dedicates time on each production line to fully understand production processes. The PCBA Production Manager is the primary point of contact, and needs to speak to the intricate details of each line.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to employees as needed.
• Responsible for ensuring product meets company quality standards. Maintains and improves quality levels. Collaborates through the 8D process in response to issues.
• Effectively communicates company and plant information with employees.
• Determine and implement improvements in the production process using Lean and 5 S practices.
• Develop and implement solutions to manage and reduce production costs.
• Problem solves employee and equipment related issues.
• Encourage and promote an atmosphere in which employees feel comfortable offering suggestions for improvement.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA and safety regulations.
• Ensure efficient and effective collaboration and communication with Production Analyst, Line Leaders, and engineering teams.
• Open and close the facility when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Table

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in operations or related field or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• 5 years management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in SMT or PCBA manufacturing processes
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, either through independent or team-based work approaches.
• Knowledge ERP production systems, Microsoft office tools and production build plans.

Preferred

• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 or similar quality management systems
• Knowledge of Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence tools
• IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 certified
• Experience leading and developing exempt staff

Supervisory Responsibilities

Leads a team of supervisors in SMT and other areas as required. 

What to Expect at Work

• Physical Demands

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Sit for up to 8 hours per day
• Exposed to a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day
• Utilize a computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment
• Frequently move, carry, lift, pull or push heavy objects or materials weighing up to 40 pounds frequently.

• Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Production and corporate office environment – indoor and climate-controlled
• Moderate noise level in the work environment

Pay and Benefits

Banner Engineering is committed to offering competitive pay and benefits, including, but not limited to:

• 401(k) with match
• Student Loan 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• HSA
• Flexible work hours
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.