Job Description

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Manager to oversee production operations. As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that production processes run smoothly and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional collaboration to plan, organize, and oversee production processes to ensure that production targets are met. Responsible for ensuring appropriate resources are available to meet customer order demands through data collection and analysis, and advocating for additional resources when necessary, including headcount, materials, machines, and tooling.
• Drive the implementation and consistent use of production schedules to optimize production efficiency.
• Work closely with and provide input to the Production Planning department to create and maintain the production revenue plan.
• Oversee production control to implement and execute the production plan.
• Support ship date commitments in concert with Production Planning to the Sales Department.
• Monitor production processes to ensure they are running smoothly, identify areas of improvement, and drive improvement initiatives where necessary.
• Ensure all production processes comply with current safety, OSHA, EPA, quality standards, and labor laws.
• Manage and ensure adequate training of production staff to ensure they perform their duties effectively.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure production processes are aligned with overall business objectives.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce production costs and increase efficiency. Evaluate and report on job costs and margin variances. Ensure the efficiency of facility layout and product flow, including the implementation and maintenance of “pull” lines.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare reports on production performance, including but not limited to On-Time Delivery, production equipment needs, production scrap rates and trends, and employee resource plans.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in production management.
• Completion of training in Lean Six Sigma methods and practices.
• Expert-level understanding of manufacturing processes, production techniques, and quality control methods.
• Experience in the interconnect industry is preferred.
• Proven success in leadership and management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, prioritize, and multitask.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong acumen for data analysis.
• Fluency in PC skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook required. Macola and ISOXpress preferred.
• Ability to remain professional and composed in high-stress situations.

Benefits

• Shareholder status
• Healthcare benefits
• Fully paid life insurance
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) employer match
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth and development opportunities
• Positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion