Production Manager

If you’re the kind of leader who can drive results, optimize systems, and keep production running at a high level, we want to meet you.

We are a rapidly growing, high-end screen print and embroidery company seeking a strategic, hands-on Production Manager to lead our screen printing, embroidery, and heat applied product departments. You will own production from start to finish, driving schedules, maintaining equipment, and improving efficiency through data and process optimization.

This role requires someone who can maintain high standards while keeping a team aligned and productive. You know how to identify bottlenecks, make smart decisions under pressure, and keep operations moving without sacrificing quality.

While deep screen printing experience is valued, we prioritize candidates with strong operational leadership, project management, and mechanical aptitude. A willingness to learn and master our processes is essential.

The hours are Monday through Friday 5:30am - 3:30pm-ish with the occasional night shift or weekend work.

The salary range starts at $80,000 per year, with flexibility for negotiation depending on experience.

What You’ll Do (Day-to-day)

• Manage daily production operations and ensure on-time order completion
• Schedule and prioritize multiple jobs in a fast-paced environment
• Monitor workflow and adjust resources to meet deadlines
• Track and analyze production data to improve efficiency
• Lead and manage a team of ~30 production employees
• Troubleshoot equipment and oversee machine maintenance
• Maintain strict quality control with strong attention to detail and color accuracy
• Create and enforce SOPs and production processes
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized production floor
• Jump in and assist production when needed

What You Bring To the Table:

• 3+ years of production management experience
• 5+ years of team leadership experience
• Strong ability to manage multiple jobs and deadlines simultaneously
• Experience with machine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• High attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment

What It Takes (The Requirements)

• Strong math skills (production rates, basic calculations)
• Experience with hiring, firing, training, and performance management
• Reliable transportation
• Stand for extended periods, while reaching with hands and arms
• Lift up to 70+ lbs
• Vision ability to distinguish color variations accurately
• Comfortable in a loud, fast-paced production environment

What Makes You Stand Out

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Printing or apparel production experience
• Experience managing budgets or production metrics

Why Join Us

• Health benefits
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Growth opportunity with a strong, team-focused company

Who We Are

Check out our shop here!

Our culture is casual and fun. Many of our employees have been with the company for over 5 years. We've grown every year since we started in a college dorm room in 2003. Duds by Dudes has been on San Diego’s Fastest Growing companies for three consecutive years.

Pro Sports Organizations we've worked with include the Chargers, Padres, Dodgers, Rams, White Sox, Blackhawks, Bears, Lakers, Aces (WNBA), SD Legion(MLR), AVP (beach volleyball), WAL (World ArmWrestling League), Seals & Desert Dogs (both box LAX), the Maui Jim Invitational and others.

Our private label work includes Star Wars, Minecraft, Pacman, World of Warcraft, Rocket League, HALO, Call of Duty, Starcraft, Final Fantasy, and other legendary gaming brands.

Our customers know they can Count on Us to be the most reliable shop, with top-quality products, and an awesome team ready to take their brand ideas from dreams to reality.

Our Core Values

• Grow strong, not fast – Build a solid foundation before scaling
• Listen, share, and learn – Collaborate and grow together
• Be the best for the team, not on the team – Team success over ego
• Have fun together – Enjoy the work and the people
• Hold higher standards – Deliver exceptional quality and service

If you are looking for more then you can find more here!