What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at WET Design?
WET Design
North Hollywood, California
Welcome to WET, the pioneering force behind groundbreaking fountain designs and engineering marvels worldwide, from the Fountains of Bellagio to the awe-inspiring Dubai Fountain (the world’s largest choreographed fountain), and hundreds more.
WET harnesses the elements of nature – water, fire, ice, fog, and light – to evoke emotions, transcend the mundane, and captivate audiences across the globe.
WET has established itself as a visionary design company. Our designs blend form, material, patters, acoustics and more to create spectacular places that visitors connect with. WET has been chosen to create for some of the most high-profile clients in the world. With award-winning and groundbreaking projects ranging from residential to government and corporate projects, we design water features for small or large footprints.
Production Manager
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Ensure a safe work environment for a team of 40 employees
- Establish and maintain a problem-solving culture for continuous improvement
- Develop tasks and goals for the assembly department
- Collaborate closely with Engineering and Maintenance departments to implement process and equipment improvements
- Manage, develop, and coach production team members in a fast-paced environment
- Stimulate teamwork and effective communication within the department
- Achieve and maintain world-class on-time delivery standards
- Develop and establish a Visual Factory environment
- Oversee rapid iteration and product development in collaboration with engineering
- Implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing principles and practices
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in an assembly and manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a management role
- Proven track record of managing a fast-paced production area
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, influence, and develop team members
- Extensive knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing techniques: A3, Kaizen, VSM
- Experience with TOC (Theory of Constraints) application (Plus)
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of interacting at all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency in production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to improve efficiency and productivity
- Knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and quality control processes
Additional Skills:
- High energy and keen sense of urgency in a fast-paced work setting
- Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work alongside team members when needed
- Adaptability and flexibility to handle rapidly changing priorities and deadlines
- Strong time management skills to juggle multiple responsibilities effectively
- Proficiency in performance metrics analysis and reporting
- Experience in cross-functional team leadership and project management
WET is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with WET is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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