Production Manager

Production Manager

A Signworks Production Manager reports to the Director of Signworks Manufacturing. This is an advanced skill level position that requires an individual who demonstrates proficiency across several technical and computer disciplines, proven competence in a wide range of manufacturing methods, significant experience in safety (specifically OSHA 1910), Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma, and both federal and state labor laws. Excellent communication, time management, and organization skills, and the motivation to take responsibility for the performance of Signworks. This role requires availability via phone, Teams, and e-mail over a wide range of hours to a wide range of shop floor concerns.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and organization of all shop resources with Supervisors.
• Ensure production is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with all specifications.
• Exhibit a dependable and positive role model for direct reports.
• Conduct Product Audits to determine conformance to Quality and Design standards.
• Assist with quality corrective actions and develop vendors on technical specifications to meet quality standards.
• Conduct Process Audits to verify adherence to current process documentation.
• Support areas of growth for team members by motivating and rewarding success.
• Lead the selection of new Signworks employees and support subsequent onboarding steps.
• Provide coaching and corrective action for employees not meeting expectations.
• Provide shop floor resources and time for team members to participate in projects with support staff to continuously improve Signworks.
• Assist on manufacturing capabilities and efficient production methods, including opportunities for improvement on product design.
• Lead Supervisors and the HR department to coordinate the appropriate provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Regularly attend training on subjects important to Watchfire and stay informed of industry practices and standards.
• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, & crouch in and around tightly configured equipment. Occasionally lift and carry 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 75 pounds.
• Complete safety reviews of work spaces, processes, and hazardous materials and lead support staff to implement the best safety practices.
• Audit completion preventive maintenance and evidence that work was completed correctly on a regular basis.
• Provide leadership and stability to direct reports during periods of change and implementation of new duties by planning training steps in advance and preparing the team.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Proficient in reading/writing/typing in English. Comprehend written, visual, and verbal instructions. Excellent reasoning skills related to explaining cause and effect.
• Proven experience with presenting information in small group situations.
• Advanced computer skills (i.e. Infor, Salesforce, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.) are required.
• Completion of 30hr in OSHA 1910 or ability to complete within 3 months of hire date.
• Prior experience in team leadership and development is preferred.
• Prior experience in maintenance, programming, purchasing, and/or safety is preferred.
• Requires a valid driver's license and ability to rent vehicles.

Education and Licensing:

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing management work experience with an Associates of Science in a technology or related field; or 2 years of similar work experience with a Bachelor of Science in a technology or related field; or minimum 7 years of similar work experience managing large manufacturing operations, maintenance, manufacturing engineering, or quality.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life/ADD
• Voluntary Life/ADD
• Dependent Life/ADD
• 401k with Employer Match
• Vacation
• Personal Time

*Watchfire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

*Legal authorization to work in the US required. We will not consider candidates who need sponsorship, now or in the future, to be legally employed in the US. No H1B, OPT, CPT or other "temporary work authorization" candidates will be considered.

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