Production Manager

Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter. Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years. Why Join Us? At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. We’re currently seeking a passionate and skilled Production Manager to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for the entire Stamping operation through supervision, coordination, coaching/training and providing leadership to the assigned staff. Responsibilities Monitor and direct priorities for Die, automation, auxiliary equipment, machine maintenance and labor. Responsible for shift-to-shift communication to ensure all Customer requirements are met. Lead daily and/or weekly departmental meetings. Work with other departments (QA, Die Repair, Automation, Maintenance, Warehouse, etc.) to troubleshoot processes that do not meet specifications. Coach/train personnel on lessons learned from troubleshooting activities. Review all departmental documentation and make recommendations or create new for improvements. Coach/train personnel on all new or updated processes and procedures (ECO’s, press packets, ISO/QS/TS, SPI’s, Customer specifications, etc.). Review and approve all completed Manufacturing Orders (MO’s) prior to closing. Make recommendations for positive and/or negative standard variances. Set and measure goals and objectives for all direct reports. Work to grow both professionally and personally all direct reports by enhancing their skill base so that they become more productive and valuable to the Company. Coordinate with Planning and Customer Service personnel to ensure all Customer requirements are met thru capacity planning & other tools. Monitor and control operation hours, labor hours and operating supplies including approval of departmental purchase requisitions. Able to diagnose and assist the team with setting, removing and adjusting a Die Participate as a member of the New Program Development/Quoting and APQP Teams. Assist with Development on departmental annual budget. Champion continuous improvement projects to reduce cost, improve throughput, etc.Participate in ISO/QS/TS internal and external audits. Stay current (magazines, trade shows, seminars, etc.) on new technology as it relates to the Company scope. Promote cleanliness and safety policies and procedures throughout the entire Company utilizing a 5S mentality. Requirements A minimum 10 years of hands‑on experience in a medium/high volume metal stamping manufacturing environment. BS degree in an Engineering related discipline or equivalent preferred. Must possess good supervision, leadership, and coaching/training skills. Must possess good analytical and problem‑solving skills. Must be driven self‑starter that works with little supervision. Must have good written and verbal communication skills. Must possess the ability to multi‑task and set priorities. Must be a Team player and have the ability to interact effectively with all departments within the Company. Must have good Windows‑based PC skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, etc.). ISO/QS/TS knowledge preferred. Spanish is a plus. ERP experience preferred. This position is at our Elk Grove Village, IL location. Pay Range : $100,000 - $130,000 per year Other Benefits Include Medical, Dental and Vision 401 (k) with company match Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short Term Disability Group Life and Accidental Insurance US Pay Transparency The base salary for this role will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply. Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr