Production Manager

Overview

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Production Manager

Full-time / Permanent

Onsite

About Us:

Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

About the Role:

This position is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of daily manufacturing operations by coordinating and aligning activities across the Value Stream. The Production Manager leads through the area owners of welding, machining, paint, deburr, and assembly, ensuring schedules are achieved, resources are aligned, and customer service objectives are consistently met.

Success in this role depends on building strong collaboration with area owners, supporting them in driving performance within their functions, and ensuring all areas work together as a cohesive Value Stream. By providing leadership, structure, and accountability, this position enables the Site Director to focus on long term strategy and growth.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver customer service objectives for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), ensuring production meets commitments in a reliable, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
• Lead through area owners by providing direction, coaching, and accountability, ensuring all functions within Value Stream operate in alignment rather than as independent silos.
• Partner with Materials Management, Production Planning and Purchasing to ensure materials, schedules, and resources are aligned to meet customer demand.
• Collaborate with Finance to monitor labor, overtime, and material costs, maintaining alignment with site financial objectives.
• Develop and implement cross-training programs to build workforce flexibility, reduce overtime, and improve operational resilience.
• Work with Quality and Engineering to strengthen Right First Time (RFT) performance, reduce scrap, and ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to drive equipment reliability, prioritize preventive maintenance, and address end-of-life risks.
• Champion continuous improvement by applying Lean practices (5S, Gemba, A3, Kaizen) in partnership with area owners and in alignment with the Vantedge Operating System (VOS).
• Support new product introductions, customer ramp-ups, and capital equipment readiness to enable long-term growth and customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular updates on Value Stream performance, highlighting progress against SQDC and customer service objectives.
• Proactively identify headcount needs and work with Human Resources and Area Owners to recruit, train, evaluate, and develop team members to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to ensure Value Stream success.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a regulated manufacturing environment; medical device experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve production goals, drive operational excellence, and lead teams through change.
• Hands-on experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and production planning.
• Broad technical understanding of key manufacturing functions including welding, machining, paint, deburr, assembly, production planning, purchasing, and quality systems.
• Lean or Six Sigma training and certification a plus.

Knowledge / Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to set clear expectations, hold teams accountable, and develop talent.
• Ability to coach and mentor area owners in problem solving, daily management, and continuous improvement.
• Effective analytical and critical-thinking skills, capable of diagnosing issues and implementing corrective actions that deliver sustainable results.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems, with the ability to connect functional activities to overall Value Stream performance.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, data analysis, and reporting tools; capable of using metrics to drive decision-making.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions including Planning, Purchasing, Finance, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a focus on reducing scrap, improving Right First Time (RFT), and strengthening equipment reliability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI preferred).
• Ability to maintain a strong presence on the production floor, including extended periods of standing or walking and occasional lifting up to 15 lbs.

Employment type: Full-time

Location: Onsite – Elk Grove, CA