What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRODUCTION MANAGER position at SearchStars?
The Production Manager will oversee the Streamline production department, including scheduling, resource allocation, staff management, and quality control. This role ensures timely delivery of high-quality products that meet customer expectations. Streamline production teamsencompassing Heavy Assembly and Light Assemblybuild various automated equipment, including electrical control panels, hydraulic power units, and electromechanical systems. The Production Manager will supervise Production Supervisors and Technicians, ensuring efficient and reliable manufacturing processes through work direction, training, and guidance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Leads and manages the production team to maintain a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.
- Ensures compliance with safety regulations and quality standards throughout the production process.
- Supervises and collaborates with Production Supervisors on hiring, training, disciplinary actions, and performance reviews of Heavy and Light Assembly staff.
- Develops and implements production schedules to optimize resource allocation and meet customer demands and deadlines.
- Monitors production processes and workflows, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and quality.
- Collaborates with engineering and design teams to ensure manufacturability of new products and smooth transitions from design to production.
- Analyzes production metrics and prepares performance, quality, and efficiency reports for upper management.
- Provides training and development opportunities for team members to foster skill enhancement and promote continuous improvement.
- Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing and assembly processes and schedules.
- Assists the Engineering department during production downtime, including design input, selecting components, developing BOMs, and minor drawing updates.
- Oversees quality assurance processes, ensuring all jobs are inspected and tested to meet standards.
- Assures daily compliance with safety practices, procedures, and company ISO guidelines.
- Monitors production schedules and job orders, adjusting staffing and inventory needs accordingly.
- Tracks project costs versus estimates, analyzing material and labor usage to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
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