Production Manager

Axiom Staffing is seeking an experienced Production Manager. This role is responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations, leading production teams, and ensuring production goals are met while maintaining quality, controlling costs, and meeting delivery requirements.

This role requires a strong background in electronics manufacturing, production management, process improvement, and team leadership. The role also requires a strategic and hands-on leader who can optimize manufacturing processes, manage resources, resolve operational challenges, and collaborate across departments to improve overall production performance.

Location: Alpharetta, GA, Pay Rate: $100,000 per year, with the potential for an annual salary increase of up to $15,000 after six months based on performance and overall contribution. Position Type: Direct Hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing and production activities to ensure operational goals, quality standards, cost targets, and delivery schedules are met.
• Develop and implement production strategies and improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with management, engineering, production, and other departments to support new product introductions, improve existing products, and evaluate manufacturing feasibility.
• Plan and prioritize production schedules based on customer demand, product requirements, equipment capacity, and material availability.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecast operating costs, and support annual operating plans and strategic planning initiatives.
• Evaluate staffing, equipment, materials, and other resource requirements to support efficient production operations.
• Lead, motivate, and develop production personnel while promoting accountability, teamwork, and company values.
• Monitor production performance metrics and prepare departmental reports for management.
• Establish and maintain quality and environmental procedures to support compliance with applicable standards and company requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process and product improvements, lead problem-solving initiatives, and reduce production downtime and waste.
• Coordinate with planning, distribution, engineering, quality, and other functional teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Address production conflicts and complex manufacturing issues through effective analysis, decision-making, and corrective actions.
• Support the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, operational procedures, and production management systems.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and other key business partners.
• Participate in management meetings and cross-functional initiatives to improve operational performance and achieve business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a background in operations, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production and manufacturing systems.
• At least 3 years of management experience in a similar position.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production planning, and process improvement.
• Experience managing production schedules, budgets, resources, and operational performance.
• Ability to analyze production data, evaluate performance metrics, and make data-driven decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams while meeting operational objectives.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, management, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve complex operational challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in manufacturing, operations, manufacturing systems, or a related field.
• APICS certification or relevant Lean Six Sigma training, including Green Belt, Black Belt, or Yellow Belt.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans, annual operating plans, and departmental budgets.
• Experience leading continuous improvement projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of quality management, environmental procedures, and manufacturing best practices.

Work Environment

This position involves working in a manufacturing environment and collaborating with production personnel, management, customers, and other stakeholders. The role may require occasional travel and visits with clients, corporate teams, and headquarters. Candidates should be comfortable balancing office-based planning and reporting responsibilities with operational oversight and supporting manufacturing activities as needed.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a strategic, results-oriented Production Manager with strong leadership skills and a solid background in manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate can lead teams effectively, identify opportunities for improvement, manage resources, and ensure production goals are achieved without compromising quality or customer satisfaction. Strong communication skills in both English and Spanish, sound business judgment, and the ability to drive continuous improvement are essential for success in this role. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a starting annual salary of $100,000 and the potential for an annual salary increase of up to $15,000 after six months, based on performance and overall contribution.