Description

Position Summary:

The Production Manager will be responsible for ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining high-quality standards, and meeting production targets while fostering a safe and collaborative work environment.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Production Control Management:

• Coordinate with various departments (e.g., procurement, engineering, quality assurance) to ensure production requirements are met.
• Track and analyze production data, including output, quality, and downtime, to make informed decisions.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels and timely procurement of materials.
• Implement and maintain production control systems and software.
• Manage and develop production control staff, providing training and performance evaluations.

Production Planning and Scheduling:

• Plan, organize, and manage production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
• Coordinate with various departments (e.g., procurement, engineering, quality assurance) to ensure production requirements are met.
• Monitor production processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement and implement efficiency-enhancing measures.

Team Management:

• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of skilled fabricators, welders, and machine operators.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Quality Control:

• Ensure all products meet the company's quality standards.
• Address and resolve any quality issues promptly.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve production processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and projects.

Inventory and Resource Management:

• Manage inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, and finished products.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely ordering of materials.
• Optimize the use of resources to minimize costs and maximize productivity.

Budgeting and Reporting:

• Develop and manage the production budget.
• Prepare regular reports on production metrics, efficiency, and costs.
• Present performance data and improvement plans to senior management.
  
  

Skills and Abilities

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in maintaining safety standards and managing production schedules.
• Problem-Solving: Adept at identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive cultural change.
• Communication: Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Organizational: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with EHS management systems and Tekla PowerFab production control software.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production management role within a fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication processes, machinery, and equipment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, lean manufacturing principles, and inventory management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data and use critical thinking to drive process improvements.
• Proficiency in production control software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands

• Travel will be required to attend training and meetings.
• Ability to sit or stand for entire shift
• Occasionally requited to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.

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