Production Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription: Production ManagerJob Type: Full TimeLocation: Onsite - Windsor, CTBase Salary: $100,000 + annually, plus bonus About Fischer TechnologyFischer Technology, part of the global Helmut Fischer Group, is a leading provider of precision measurement and materials analysis solutions.For more than 70 years, Fischer has helped manufacturers improve quality, optimize processes, and solve challenging production requirements through highly accurate measurement technologies.Our solutions support demanding industries including aerospace, automotive, electronics, semiconductor, medical device, energy, precious metals, electroplating, and general manufacturing.Fischer Technology's Windsor operation combines manufacturing, service, sales, application expertise, and customer support for the North American market.The OpportunityWe are looking for a hands-on Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Windsor, Connecticut.At the same time, we are looking for someone with a broader operational perspective who can help Fischer prepare for the next phase of growth—including the potential introduction of XRF production and additional manufacturing capabilities in Windsor.This is an opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader to manage today's operation while building the processes, organization, and infrastructure needed for tomorrow.The successful candidate will combine strong production management skills with a broad understanding of operations, supply chain, quality, engineering, planning, inventory, cost management, and continuous improvement.Essential Job FunctionsLead Tactile ProductionOwn the day-to-day performance of Fischer Technology's Tactile manufacturing operation, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, on schedule, and according to Fischer's quality standards.Lead and develop the production team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.Manage production schedules, priorities, capacity, and resources to meet customer requirements.Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve throughput and delivery performance.Establish and monitor key production KPIs, including on-time delivery, productivity, quality, throughput, labor efficiency, and manufacturing cost.Build a Scalable Manufacturing OperationReview and improve manufacturing processes, production flow, workplace organization, material handling, and overall efficiency.Implement lean manufacturing, standard work, visual management, and other continuous-improvement methodologies where appropriate.Establish robust processes and documentation, including work instructions, procedures, and standards, that reduce dependency on individual employees and increase organizational resilience.Identify opportunities for automation, tooling, fixtures, and process improvements.Work with Engineering and Quality to improve manufacturability and product reliability.Prepare for Future XRF ProductionFischer Technology may expand its Windsor manufacturing capabilities to include XRF products and related assemblies.You will play an important role in determining what the organization needs to successfully support that expansion.Requirements: Qualifications 7+ years of manufacturing or operations experience, with increasing leadership responsibility.Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.Proven experience managing a production or manufacturing operation.Experience leading production teams in a technical, industrial, instrumentation, electronics, mechanical, or precision-manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, inventory, quality, and manufacturing processes.Demonstrated experience implementing process improvements, lean manufacturing, or operational excellence initiatives.Experience scaling production, launching new products, transferring manufacturing processes, or building new production capabilities is strongly preferred.Ability to understand technical products and manufacturing processes.Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Service.Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, leadership, ERP/MRP and Microsoft Office skills.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary plus performance-based incentive compensation.Medical insurance, with 85% of premiums paid by the Company.Company-funded HSA contributions.Dental and vision insurance.Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.Long-term disability coverage.401(k) plan with a 4% Company Safe Harbor contribution (eligibility requirements apply).Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays, including additional paid time off during the year-end holiday shutdown.Professional and technical development opportunities.Opportunity to work with advanced measurement technologies within a global organization.Why Join Fischer?This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on the future of Fischer Technology's North American manufacturing operation.You will inherit an established Tactile production operation, but you will also have the opportunity to improve it, scale it, and potentially help establish new manufacturing capabilities such as XRF production.You will work within a global technology organization while having meaningful influence over the local operation, its people, processes, and future.If you are an operations leader who enjoys building better processes, developing people, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and preparing organizations for growth, we want to hear from you.