Production Manager

Description

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Job Title: Production Manager | Department: Manufacturing | Reports to: General Manager | FLSA Status: Exempt    

At United Precision Corporation (UPC), we are dedicated to fostering an environment in which all team members can perform to the best of their abilities and realize their true potential. Every team member plays an essential role in our operations, and we value the abilities, experience, and background they bring to the UPC table. We recognize that it is only through our team members who provide services that our customers rely upon that we can continuously improve, grow, and create new opportunities in the years to come.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Production Manager will oversee the production process and coordinate all activities to meet production targets. This role will represent the manufacturing department within Senior Staff. The ideal candidate will lead productivity and cost-reduction efforts with a philosophy of continuous improvement and firsthand involvement. Your primary goals are product quality, cost, and on-time delivery. You will exemplify leadership by fostering a culture that prioritizes quality, safety, and lean manufacturing principles. You will monitor production operations and contribute to our profitability by reducing total costs and enhancing processes that will contribute to overall improvement. The Production Manager will provide operational excellence and ensure resources are available to maintain exceptional on-time delivery and minimize past-due backlog. Ten years of related experience and training in the aerospace or defense industry is preferred.

Qualifications

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate closely with support functions, including Quality, HR, Finance, Sales, and Engineering/R&D.
• Develop and manage UPC’s annual Capital budget plan for manufacturing.
• manage all Operations functions, including Fabrication, Machining, Assembly, Facilities/Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, and EH&S.
• Ensure that department procedures and employee behaviors comply with company policy.
• Ensure operation in accordance with all contractual requirements, emphasizing compliance with FAR/DFAR and flow-down requirements.
• Utilize performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Establish and track Manufacturing goals within the context of the UPC strategy and ensure their attainment to support top-level objectives.
• Execute production plans to ensure UPC achieves sales and EBITDA goals.
• Lead the Manufacturing department in day-to-day activities while managing long-term strategic plans.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet on-time delivery targets.
• Manage headcount resources, including hiring, termination, performance reviews, and employee development.
• Provide advice and counsel on operational issues to the General Manager and Senior Staff.
• Provide leadership, direction, mentoring, development plans, and training oversight to all department employees.
• Provide Process Data for RFQ’s, RFP’s, and purchase orders.
• Review expenditure requests for accuracy, relevance, and ROI.

WHAT YOU BRING TO UPC:

• High ethical standards.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.
• Develop and execute strategic production plans aligned with company objectives.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor production metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Lead cross-functional teams to optimize production processes and increase efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in all operations.
• Facilitate agile methodologies to adapt quickly to changing production demands.
• Coordinate remote collaboration tools for seamless communication.
• Stay updated on industry trends to incorporate innovative practices into production.

REQUIRED

• A four-year technical or bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent career experience. At least five years in charge of production operations as well as at least five years of supervisory experience.
• 10 years of supervisory/management experience in aerospace or defense, tight tolerance machining industry, or equivalent training/experience
• Manufacturing software, Excel Spreadsheet software, and Word (Microsoft Office) Word Processing software.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of MRP/ERP System (SAP preferred) and have extensive involvement in the production planning process.

PREFERRED

• Lean Manufacturing Principles Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or FAC P/PM Certification
• Experience with high-precision manufacturing equipment
• Experience with ITAR Compliance
• Experience with AS9100
• SAP Software

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable team members with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

• Must be able to move about inside a warehouse and office to access files, office/warehouse machinery, employees, etc.
• Must be able to operate office productivity machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS:                                            

Work is generally performed in an office/warehouse environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. No special coordination beyond those used for normal mobility, handling of everyday objects and materials, and use of office equipment is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

Submit your resume to be considered. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening is required. Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility, and as such; access to our facility (and employment) is restricted under the ITAR regulations. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment are required to provide information to determine eligibility as defined by ITAR requirements. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), or a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

COVID-19 considerations: Various protocols have been instituted to maintain the safety and well-being of our team members. 

Job Type: Full-time, Salary

The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. I fully understand the contents of this job description, have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding this job description, and have had the job duties, physical requirements, and working conditions explained to me. I understand United Precision Corp. is an equal-opportunity employer and that this job description is not a contract of employment. Its purpose is to define, though not exhaustively, the essential functions of the job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Salary : $130,000 - $150,000