What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at First Search Inc.?
About Us:
As a global leader in smart, sustainable, and high-performance buildings, we are dedicated to improving the future of industries worldwide. Our Wichita facility plays a crucial role in designing, building, and distributing nearly one million residential heating and cooling units annually. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a collaborative and innovative work environment where your contributions make a real impact.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary with a targeted 10% annual bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package (401K, medical, dental, vision) – available on day one
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Hands-on training and career development opportunities
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Strong commitment to workplace safety through our Zero Harm policy
Position Overview:
We are looking for a Production Manager to oversee a significant portion of our daily manufacturing operations. In this role, you will lead production supervisors, drive operational excellence, and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and employee development. A key focus will be on fostering leadership within the production team to ensure long-term success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and direct Production Supervisors, ensuring smooth production flow and alignment with company objectives
- Monitor and improve safety, quality, efficiency, scrap reduction, and production schedules
- Develop, train, and mentor production supervisors, with a focus on leadership growth
- Collaborate with leadership and engineering teams to implement Continuous Improvement strategies
- Achieve production goals by effectively scheduling and meeting customer demands
- Track and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure budgetary targets are met
- Promote a workplace culture centered on productivity, quality, and customer service
- Ensure strict adherence to plant safety protocols, policies, and housekeeping standards
- Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize processes
- Lead the execution of annual operating budgets and financial plans
- Maintain compliance with ISO-9000 quality assurance policies
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree 6 years of experience as a Production Supervisor in a large-scale, high-volume industrial manufacturing environment
- OR Associate degree 8 years of experience in a similar role
- OR equivalent combination of education and experience in a high-complexity manufacturing setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Availability to work 1st Shift (Monday-Friday) with occasional weekend overtime based on production needs
Preferred:
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S principles
- Proven ability to manage budgets, drive continuous improvement, and develop leadership within a production team.
