Production Manager I

Description

Who We Are Founded in 1995, Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative and integrated partner with a national footprint in the marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication and marine services. Evolving over decades from a collection of the best-in-class companies with unique and complementary capabilities on the East and West coasts, our spirit of innovation and legacy of performance make Vigor Marine Group a preferred, full-service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors. Today we offer advanced services and complete solutions for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Military Sealift Command, state ferry systems, the cruise industry, the commercial fishing industry and more. With four shipyards for maintenance and modernization and one for fabrication, including the largest floating dry dock in the western hemisphere, our more than 2,500 dedicated employees across four states – from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk – personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation – through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the word-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security. Where We Are – Marine Fabrication Vancouver, Washington is surrounded by forests, rivers, and mountains and is a top destination for outdoor lovers. It has a mild climate with four seasons. Its mild winters and warm summers make it an attractive city in the Pacific Northwest. Vancouver is more affordable city than its neighbors, Portland and Seattle and has no state income tax. It is a vibrant city full of restaurants, shops and parks, and is known for its walkability, historic charm and family friendly neighborhoods. Vancouver has garnered many awards including Livability’s “Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025 and 2023” and Niche’s 2025 rankings include Vancouver on several lists including Best City for Outdoor Activities, a Healthiest Place to Live in America and several others. Healthcare is the city’s largest employer, followed by manufacturing and technology. PAY RANGE: $110,000 – 122,000 POSITION SUMMARY: This position is accountable for achieving Marine Fabrication production performance. Performance results include, but are not limited to, Safety, Quality, Schedule and Cost KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). The position will report to the Marine Fabrication Director. Active measures shall be taken to improve all KPIs and assure clear definable mitigation plans shall be established when negative variances occur or are projected. This position will work in concert and alignment with the production leadership, Programs, and Shared Services Functions to develop work plans designed to achieve performance objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.) Safety :

• Assure each work center is tracking and improving safety conditions and issues
• Ensure the utilization of daily safety briefs with daily job hazard analysis
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Assure facility and equipment are in serviceable condition

Quality :

• Assure each work center is tracking and improving quality issues
• Identify and report Condition Found Report (CFR) changes in scope of base work package by initiating/writing the CFR to clearly describe the problem and provide a recommended action/resolution.
• Enforce quality control and tracking programs to meet quality objectives

Schedule (SPI):

• Assure each work center is tracking and improving schedule issues
• Manage resources based on project schedules to meet required delivery dates
• Forecasts and remove roadblocks identified by Supervisors/Foreman/Leads and production workers.

Cost (CPI):

• Assure each work center is tracking and improving labor budget issues
• Manage resources to maintain labor budgets.
• Resolve issues identified by Supervisors/Foreman/Leads and production workers.

People :

• Accountable to hire and train diverse and skilled craft personnel to support work within assigned work centers
• Administer corrective actions as required.
• Communicate production/project status through KPIs to work force
• Manages subcontract production labor through subcontractor's onsite supervisors.
• Develop and maintain a positive, inclusive work environment for all team members.
• Understands, implements, and enforces company and departmental policies/procedures, and necessary code compliance per applicable project requirements.

Projects :

• Individual shall contribute to the production planning phase of a project and work package creation
• Understand specification and contractual requirements to ensure work is performed as expected
• Coordinates with support services personnel to ensure equipment, facility, inventory, material and other required items are available to support work.

JOB SCOPE: This position operates within established policies and procedures covering each work station. The individual must have agreement from Marine Fabrication Director to revise standard work practices regarding safety, quality and production. They are accountable to make decisions for selection of supervisors in respective work centers. Responsibility to work with Project Managers to develop production build plans and documents. The position is accountable for less than $50 dollars in annual revenue. They are responsible for condition, function, safety, operations and compliance of facilities and all equipment associated within said facilities. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  The role manages less than 50 craft employees in various skills in numerous work stations. They are accountable for employee training and qualification, ensuring daily maintenance of equipment and upkeep, and 4S activities . The may manage multiple superintendents, supervisors, and various leads responsible for assigned work centers. The Production Manager I will be required to document corrective actions and conduct performance reviews of staff. INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: The individual will interact with other managers in performance of this role and be required to coordinate scope of work with other company priorities. He/she may be required to communicate at all levels within the organization and will also at times interact with customers on shop floors and in meetings. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written for constant interaction with all departments and employee levels as well as customers
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate employees in a production environment
• Must have the analytical ability to research problem areas and special requests
• Must be a well-organized, detail-oriented self-starter
• Ability to read and comprehend work specifications, work orders, blueprints, contracts and technical publications (Gov’t specifications, drawings and federal requirements)
• Ability to handle competing priorities and deadlines effectively to minimize last minute changes or revisions to expected plans.
• Ability to handle interruptions while maintaining focus in the production environment
• Must be able to schedule, direct and organize work within a diverse department to maintain efficiency
• Must possess the ability to facilitate group decision-making, team building and conflict resolution
• Must be able to react and perform in emergency situations
• Ability to use PC and software applications such as MS Office, Excel, and database programs
• Must be familiar with budgeting, estimating, planning, scheduling principles and material procurement
• Knowledge of OSHA and other environmental regulations
• Must be familiar with various codes and practices associated with the Structural Fabrication or Marine Industry, and be familiar with the resources available to maintain code compliance
• Knowledge of raw materials
• Knowledge of quality management systems and standards
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques
• Knowledge of business, finance and management principles
• Knowledge of human resource principles and practices
• Knowledge of machines and tools
• Knowledge of engineering and technology principles and practices

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience is required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in heavy industry, marine manufacturing with vessel construction and production environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory capacity, with increasing responsibilities.
• The incumbent must have experience and thorough knowledge of production procedures, government regulations, and administrative procedures within a marine program with a background in continuous process improvement. They must have experience and a working knowledge of all specific operations of departments, including all machinery and tools.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: None required PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT:  While in production areas will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Planning and organizing
• Co-ordination and control
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Decision-making
• Communication skills
• Persuasiveness
• Negotiation
• Influencing and leading
• Delegation
• Team work
• Conflict management
• Adaptability
• Stress tolerance
• Results-driven

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity. In total 50% normal office environment and 50% of time spent in production areas in yard. This person must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders; to enter confined areas and tanks; or review work at heights. The incumbent must be able to frequently bend, squat, crawl, twist and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. They may be required to work more than 8-hour with occasional weekend work. There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. CITIZENSHIP: Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship. Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening. Vigor Values Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day. Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution : We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical RX Dental Vision Life AD&D LTD STD EAP Discretionary bonus Tuition Reimbursement FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation) 10 paid holidays PTO 401(k) Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor’s Human Resources Department. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.