Production Manager

Position Summary: The Production Manager will be responsible planning, coordinating, and supervising production activities to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, on time, and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards. This role involves managing teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality regulations.

Essential Job Functions

• Production Planning and Operations.
  • Develop and implement production schedules to meet business goals.
  • Monitor workflow to ensure production targets are met.
  • Coordinate with different departments (procurement, logistics, quality control, etc.).
  • Optimize resource allocation, including labor, equipment, and materials.
  • Issue, distribute and enter Manufacturing work orders.
  • Process and monitor Engineering Work Orders
• Quality Control and Compliance.
  • Ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.
  • Implement and enforce safety regulations and industry compliance standards.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain high-quality output.
• Team Management and Leadership
  • Supervise and train production staff to improve performance.
  • Foster a positive work environment and resolve conflicts.
  • Ensure proper staffing levels and manage workforce scheduling.
• Process Improvement and Efficiency.
  • Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements to increase efficiency.
  • Drive lean manufacturing or other continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Reduce waste and optimize production costs.
• Equipment and Facility Management.
  • Oversee equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
  • Ensure the production facility is safe, clean, and well-maintained.
  • Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule repairs and upgrades.
• Inventory and Supply Chain Coordination.
  • Work with procurement to ensure materials and components are available.
  • Manage inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock.
  • Coordinate production with supply chain and logistics teams.
• Reporting and Documentation.
  • Track production metrics and generate reports for senior management.
  • Maintain accurate records of production data, safety incidents, and quality issues.
  • Implement and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Shipping & Receiving Management.
  • Oversee shipping and receiving procedures.
  • Assist with international shipments, be familiar with INCOTERMS and customs paperwork.
  • Ensure parts received meet quality standards and match PO's.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Preferred Talents

• Bachelor's Degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in production management, manufacturing, or purchasing preferred.
• Knowledge of Macola Software, preferred, will train on this software.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.