Production Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

Integrated Aqua Systems (IAS) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of aquatic life-support equipment and systems serving the aquaculture, research, aquarium, and aquatic science industries. We deliver innovative, high-quality technical solutions backed by decades of experience in water treatment, filtration, and aquatic system engineering.

 

As IAS continues to grow, we are seeking a skilled and professional Production Manager with strong aquaculture knowledge and technical proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This individual will be responsible for managing complex system builds while leading a production team and providing informed, hands-on technical guidance.

 

We operate in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment where adaptability, craftsmanship, and problem-solving are critical to success. Our culture emphasizes accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

 

Position Overview

Integrated Aqua Systems is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead our fabrication and assembly operations.

 

This role is responsible for managing day-to-day shop operations, leading a team of technicians and assemblers, and driving production planning, execution, and continuous improvement.

 

This is a player-coach leadership role requiring strong presence on the production floor, technical understanding, and the ability to balance execution with long-term operational development.

 

This role requires a blend of aquaculture expertise, project management capabilities, and technical knowledge of water filtration, pumping, and disinfection technologies.

 

Key Responsibilities  

Team Leadership & Management

- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 3–8 technicians
- Supervise material handling and Inventory control
- Review material purchasing and quality control

- Establish daily priorities and ensure team alignment

- Drive accountability, performance standards, and team engagement

- Conduct regular performance check-ins and coaching

 

Production Planning & Execution

- Plan, schedule, and manage daily production workloads

- Coordinate priorities based on project timelines and customer demand

- Ensure efficient flow of materials, tools, and documentation

- Maintain on-time delivery and production quality standards

- Monitor and report on key production metrics (throughput, efficiency, on-time delivery)

 

Process Development & Continuous Improvement

- Develop and maintain Bills of Material, SOPs, work instructions, and build documentation

- Standardize assembly processes and reduce variability

- Improve shop layout, workflow, and throughput

- Drive continuous improvement in efficiency, quality, and repeatability

 

Technical Leadership & Problem Solving

- Support and guide the team in troubleshooting mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems

- Collaborate with engineering to resolve manufacturability challenges

- Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventative actions

 

Operational Ownership

- Own production output, readiness, and overall team performance

- Ensure effective use of labor in both high- and low-demand periods

- Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety standards

 

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or mechanical assembly

- 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role

- Strong background in mechanical assembly, PVC/plumbing systems, and fabrication

- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and P&IDs

- Experience with production planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization

 

Preferred

- Experience in aquaculture, water treatment, or related industries

- Familiarity with ERP systems (Odoo preferred)

- Experience implementing SOPs and process improvements

- Background in low-volume, high-mix production environments
- Understanding of mechanical drawings, CAD and Visio

 

Key Traits for Success

- Strong leadership presence and accountability mindset

- Proactive, not reactive—anticipates and solves problems

- High ownership mentality with a company-first approach

- Strong communication across departments

- Hands-on problem solver with attention to detail

 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

- Shop/warehouse work environment with occasional site visits and field service travel

- Ability to lift 40–50 lbs

- Comfortable working on feet for extended periods

 

Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive salary based on experience and capability

- 401(k) with company match

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Paid holidays and PTO

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Integrated Aqua Systems is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis.
Please tell us a little about yourself by sending your resume and contact info to View email address on us.fitly.work and taking our two surveys. One of the surveys is just 2 questions and will take 2-4 minutes. It’s not a test, there are no right or wrong answers, just be easy about, don’t over think, and you’ll get your results instantly via email with a PDF attachment. After taking the first survey, you’ll then receive a second link for another 12-minute timed survey. This is not an IQ test; it simply tells us whether you’ll be happy and successful in this particular role in our company. Click here to begin 

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We’ll be in touch with you within 48 hours of completing the last 12-minute survey. Thank you for your interest in Integrated Aqua.