Production Manager

Production ManagerThe Production Manager will lead daily production activities at a large-scale electric motor repair facility with 60 employees at full capacity. This role is responsible for coordinating repair workflows, managing production supervisors and technicians, ensuring on-time delivery, maintaining quality standards, and optimizing production efficiency across all repair departments.Key Responsibilities:Production Planning & SchedulingDevelop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet customer delivery commitmentsPrioritize work orders based on customer requirements, motor size, complexity, and urgencyCoordinate workflow between departments (receiving, disassembly, testing, winding, machining, assembly, final test)Balance workload across shifts and departments to maximize efficiency and throughputCommunicate schedule changes and production status to customers and sales teamMonitor work-in-progress and identify bottlenecks or delaysTeam Supervision & LeadershipDirectly supervise production supervisors/leads across multiple departments (typically 4-8 direct reports)Conduct daily production meetings to review priorities, safety concerns, and performanceAssign work orders and ensure proper distribution of labor resourcesProvide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to repair techniciansTrain and develop staff on repair techniques, safety procedures, and quality standardsManage attendance, discipline, and performance issuesParticipate in hiring and onboarding of production personnelQuality Control & Technical StandardsEnsure all motor repairs comply with industry standards (IEEE, NEMA, EASA guidelines)Review test results and approve repairs before final deliveryInvestigate quality issues and implement corrective actionsOversee testing procedures including hi-pot, surge, resistance, vibration, and load testingApprove rework decisions and non-standard repair methodsMaintain repair documentation and test recordsSafety & ComplianceEnforce safety policies and OSHA regulations on the production floorConduct safety meetings and toolbox talksInvestigate accidents and near-misses; implement preventive measuresEnsure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)Monitor handling of hazardous materials (solvents, varnish, lead paint, asbestos)Maintain clean and organized work areasPerformance ManagementTrack and report production metrics including throughput, on-time delivery, and cycle timesMonitor labor efficiency and identify opportunities for improvementAnalyze job costs and labor hours to meet profitability targetsImplement lean manufacturing principles to eliminate wasteConduct root cause analysis on production problemsDrive continuous improvement initiativesMaterials & Resource ManagementCoordinate with purchasing on material requirements for active jobsEnsure adequate inventory of bearings, windings, insulation materials, and consumablesApprove material requisitions and substitutionsMonitor material usage and control wasteCoordinate with maintenance team on equipment needs and repairsCommunication & CoordinationInterface with estimating/sales team on job specifications and technical feasibilityUpdate customers on job status, delays, or technical issuesCoordinate with shipping/receiving on motor handling and logisticsReport production status and issues to Operations ManagerParticipate in customer site visits for motor removal/installation when neededRequirementsEducation & Experience:Associate's degree in Industrial Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent technical training and experience)Minimum 5-7 years in electric motor repair, rewind, or electrical manufacturingAt least 3-5 years in supervisory or production management roleExperience managing teams of production employeesBackground in fast-paced, job-shop manufacturing environmentTechnical Expertise:Comprehensive knowledge of AC and DC motor repair processesUnderstanding of motor winding techniques and coil designExperience with motor testing equipment and proceduresAbility to read and interpret motor nameplates, winding diagrams, and technical drawingsKnowledge of machining operations for motor shafts, housings, and componentsFamiliarity with EASA Best Practice standards (AR100)Skills & Competencies:Strong leadership and team management abilitiesExcellent organizational and multitasking skillsEffective problem-solving under time constraintsClear communication skills (written and verbal)Proficient in production planning and scheduling softwareComputer skills including ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and production tracking toolsAbility to make sound decisions under pressureStrong mechanical aptitude and hands-on technical skillsPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Industrial ManagementLean Manufacturing or Six Sigma trainingExperience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)Previous experience in customer-facing technical roleEssential Competencies:Technical Leadership: Ability to provide expert guidance on complex motor repairsProduction Optimization: Drive efficiency while maintaining quality standardsPeople Management: Build and develop high-performing teamsCustomer Focus: Balance quality, speed, and cost to meet customer needsAdaptability: Respond to changing priorities and emergency repairsSafety Mindset: Champion a culture of workplace safetyPhysical Requirements:Ability to spend 70-80% of time on production floorComfortable working around heavy machinery, noise, and industrial environmentAbility to climb ladders and access elevated work areasOccasional lifting up to 50 lbsAbility to wear required PPE including safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protectionOur Benefits!#1 CULTURE!!!Fun, Family-Oriented Work Environment!Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that begin on your 1st day of work!Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Company Paid Life, Dependent Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance10 Paid Holidays per yearVacation & Personal TimeEmployer HSA ContributionCompany Paid Bereavement TimeCompany Paid Maternity and Paternity LeaveGym ReimbursementAre you an underappreciated, hard worker? 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