Production Manager

Production Manager

Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) – Torrance, CA On-site

Company Overview

Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held California-based corporation and a leading innovator in the development of market-driven products for the transmission of digital multimedia (video, audio, and data) over fiber. Our clients are world leaders in their industries, spanning entertainment, broadcast, medical, professional audio/video, house of worship, education, government, military, and transportation sectors. We are ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certified, with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Production Manager to lead and scale our manufacturing operations at our Torrance, CA facility. The Production Manager will have full ownership of production planning, execution, and continuous improvement across all assembly lines, including cable assembly, shelf builds, and I/O panel assembly. This role is responsible for managing production personnel, optimizing workflows, maintaining quality and compliance standards (ISO 9001 / ISO 13485), and ensuring on-time delivery in a high-tech, regulated manufacturing environment. The Production Manager will directly supervise Production Leads and assembly technicians, collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and senior leadership, and serve as the primary owner of manufacturing performance metrics. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, operational discipline, and the ability to develop people and build high-performing teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven manufacturing leader ready to make a measurable impact in a fast-paced, growing company. Veterans welcome! This is a hands-on, on-site position. This is NOT a remote or hybrid position.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Execution

• Own and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules across all assembly lines (cable assembly, shelf builds, I/O panel assembly); ensure customer delivery commitments are met.
• Translate customer orders and demand forecasts into actionable production plans; allocate labor, equipment, and materials to meet output targets.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and scheduling conflicts to minimize cycle time and maximize throughput.
• Oversee new product introductions (NPI) and line setup activities, ensuring readiness for production launch including training, tooling, and work instruction availability.
• Be available for overtime support as required to meet customer delivery commitments.

Team Leadership & Development

• Directly manage and develop Production Leads and a broader team of assembly technicians (total team size 10–25+ depending on production volume).
• Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular 1:1s, provide coaching, and deliver formal performance evaluations.
• Drive accountability for attendance, workmanship quality, and adherence to safety and company policies.
• Build a motivated, high-performing culture through goal setting, recognition, transparent communication, and fair and consistent people management.
• Partner with HR on hiring decisions, performance management, corrective actions, and workforce planning.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality management system requirements across all production activities.
• Own production-level CAPA processes: lead root cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and verify effectiveness in partnership with the Quality team.
• Monitor and enforce workmanship standards (IPC/WHMA-A-620 and internal standards); take corrective action on quality escapes and rework trends.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, Kaizen, process optimization) to reduce rework, improve first-pass yield, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate and complete production records including work orders, inspection results, traceability documentation, and labor tracking.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as the primary manufacturing point of contact for Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and senior leadership; represent production in cross-functional meetings and escalations.
• Partner with Engineering on process deviations, design-for-manufacturability improvements, and new product readiness.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to address material shortages, supplier quality issues, and inventory alignment with production needs.
• Report production performance metrics (output, efficiency, quality, OTD) to the Operations Manager and executive leadership on a regular cadence.

Equipment, Safety & Facilities

• Maintain oversight of all production equipment, tools, and test stations; ensure proper calibration, preventive maintenance, and readiness for production use.
• Promote and enforce a safe working environment: ensure adherence to all safety policies, proper use of PPE, ergonomic work practices, and immediate reporting and investigation of incidents or near-misses.
• Champion safety culture across the production floor; participate in safety audits and lead corrective actions for identified hazards.

Other Duties

• Support production scaling activities as the company grows, including line balancing, staffing ramp plans, and facility layout optimization.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and customer-specific quality expectations, particularly in regulated or high-reliability environments.

Job responsibilities within our organization are dynamic. This may not be a complete list of duties. Other responsibilities and duties may be assigned by your supervisor or upper management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience.
• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or management role overseeing production teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing in a regulated manufacturing environment (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or equivalent quality management systems required).
• Experience with cable assembly, electromechanical assembly, or electronics manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of implementing Lean, 5S, or Kaizen initiatives with measurable results.
• Experience with Sage ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems is strongly preferred.
• Background in medical device manufacturing a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership presence with demonstrated ability to develop people, build teams, and hold individuals accountable.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization — from assembly technicians to senior leadership.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable with production data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical specifications.
• Strong working knowledge of workmanship standards (IPC/WHMA-A-620) and quality management principles.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and a track record of fostering safe working environments.
• Self-motivated with a growth mindset and a willingness to work in new technology domains.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $80,000 - $105,000 yearly (based on experience and qualifications)
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match (100% of the first 4% of eligible compensation)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Group life insurance
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• One week of paid sick leave
• 10 company holidays