Production Manager, Machine Room

Do you want to work for a company where your co‑workers are co‑owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee‑owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest‑quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco‑friendly partners that support social change and community involvement. The Bernard Group is looking for a Production Manager to join our Machine Room team. You’ll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world class products to our customers. This role is responsible for managing, mentoring and coaching Supervisors, Leads and employees working in the Machine Room production area. This role will ensure work is monitored and controlled in order to meet TBG’s quality standards and the clients’ schedule expectations. The Production Manager, with the help of the Production Supervisors, trains and provides expertise to new and existing employees on the most efficient and effective methods of machine operations and new equipment. The Production Manager is responsible for the overall effectiveness of the team members which includes: managing variable costs such as direct labor and materials utilized, as well as reducing scrap and the need for re‑work. The Production Manager identifies the need for additional resources, human capital or machinery, and creates the cost/benefit analysis. This position has responsibility for performance reviews, staff development, employee engagement, and addressing any necessary disciplinary actions as required. Responsibilities motivate, mentor, coach and train employees for professional development, employee engagement, and the creation of a safe and inclusive environment set high performance expectations, audit those expectations and provide feedback, both positive and constructive to ensure those expectations are met work closely with Production Supervisors, as well as other production area leadership, in prioritizing and directing department work flow support safe environment, driving towards 0 OSHA recordables audit quality processes (through Positive Interruptions) for accuracy and consistency to ensure processes are being followed and we are WOWing our clients ensure assembly integrity through continuous monitoring of departmental processes in conjunction with the Production Lead maintain high quality standards oversee the maintenance of appropriate levels of supplies to meet production requirements monitor issues and receipts for work orders in conjunction with the Production Supervisors establish open lines of communication with the production floor represent corporate policy and communicate to employees as required ensure training and skills matrix are in compliance with training policy work toward continuous improvement implement and execute new hire training and provide learning opportunities to enhance continuous improvement with existing employees handle necessary ADP and EPACE functions monitor efficiency and productivity and implement improvements drive improvements in material flow, including cell design and material delivery interact with other support departments as required provide the cost/benefit analysis for the acquisition of new equipment troubleshoot production problems to ensure productivity and quality standards are met perform duties in other areas of the Fabrication department, as needed Qualifications the ability to work well with others in a team environment a willingness to learn enterprise initiatives and improve best practices the ability to adapt quickly to new environments and add value on team projects a positive attitude, with a disposition to serve others above normal job duties accurately use and understand measuring devices to ensure that work performed matches drawing specifications be able to conform to changing priorities, demands and timelines throughout the workday display high levels of customer service within the organization understand and maintain the values and standards of The Bernard Group related to customer confidentiality, organization principles and employee information continuously display professionalism with customers and management while proficiently taking action to achieve The Bernard Group corporate goals and company initiatives create a Passion For Excellence environment that strives constantly for world class results display the Art of Teams mentality: effectively communicates with the fabrication team to ensure production schedule aligns with customer needs able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us) fiercely loyal to both our customers and team trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done TBG Overview We are a 1,000‑person visual merchandising company We are 100% employee‑owned We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure This is a full‑time position in Chanhassen, MN Compensation Range: $73,600 - $88,300 annually *Range reflects our good‑faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations. Benefits Overview Paid parental leave Retirement Savings programs: Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee‑Owned 401k with a company match Flexible Work Hours Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment What, still want more? We have it. A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence! Collaboration and teamwork Talented, empowered and engaged co‑workers by your side We have fun! The Art of Teams at TBG We believe teams of top talent with clear objectives will consistently outperform centralized control. We put a great amount of energy into building skilled and diverse teams to handle our most challenging pursuits. It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider. If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Bernard Group, Inc.