Production Manager II

Production Manager IGround Force Worldwide specializes in manufacturing mining and construction equipment and is seeking an outstanding Production Manager I who can work as a team, under tight deadlines, while running a tight ship! The Production Manager I is responsible for driving operational excellence by maximizing production, ensuring quality, controlling costs, and fostering a safe, efficient environment. Starting Salary DOE Job Description The incumbent will focus on optimizing the effective, efficient, and duplicable processes of our production responsibilities as well as our safety and environmental responsibilities through compliance and adherence. They will also support successful operations by monitoring progress against established metrics, timelines, and procedures; as well as suggesting corrective measures to continually drive improvements in the development of production and the facilities.Operations Management: Direct daily operations, plan production schedules, allocate resources, and monitor processes to maximize output and efficiency. Staff Leadership & Development: Recruit, train, schedule, and motivate plant staff; manage employee relations and address grievances. Financial Management: Create and manage budgets, track expenses, and implement cost-reduction strategies. Quality & Compliance: Ensure product quality meets standards and enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations. Continuous Improvement: Analyze data, identify inefficiencies, and implement strategies to improve processes and productivity. Reporting & Strategy: Prepare reports for senior management, align plant goals with company strategy, and drive strategic initiatives.Requirements Leadership & Team Building: Motivating, directing, and developing teams, fostering a positive environment. Communication: Clearly conveying expectations, presenting, and collaborating across all levels. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Analyzing issues, identifying root causes, and making timely, confident choices. Strategic Thinking: Planning for future growth and operational excellence. Adaptability: Navigating technological changes and unexpected challenges. Conflict Resolution: Managing disagreements and fostering collaboration. Manufacturing & Operations: Deep understanding of production processes, equipment, and technology. Financial Management: Budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation. Quality Assurance: Implementing and maintaining quality standards. Safety Management: Ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA) and a safe workplace.Expectations: All employees are expected to interact with other members of the organization in a professional and respectful manner, with the goal of producing on-time and high-quality work being the highest priority. All employees must maintain excellent communication with supervisors and engineers and a professional attitude and approach to issues within the company. We are a drug free workplace and require pre-employment testing. Benefits of Employment In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401(k) with matching contributions.About Us We are a "Solution Driven" manufacturer for the mining industry. At Ground Force Worldwide we design, engineer and manufacture the World's Finest Mine Support Equipment. We offer a diverse product line for surface & underground mining and have trucks working in over 60+ countries worldwide. We have been providing our customers and dealers with custom solutions for over 30 years. Our history of innovation and strong customer relationships around the world prove us a World Leader in our industry.