Production Manager

What You’ll Be Working On

• Provide comprehensive management for assigned projects, executing and achieving critical performance metrics across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost
• Drive the rigorous application of Lean Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement concepts to achieve measurable, scalable, and sustainable operational improvements
• Develop and execute project strategies, master production schedules, and detailed resource plans that align directly with estimated production bid hours
• Lead, mentor, and grow production team members to foster a highly accountable, collaborative, and engaged workforce
• Monitor, analyze, and regularly report on key operational inputs and KPIs to manufacturing and executive leadership
• Directly oversee assigned manufacturing personnel, ensuring clear alignment, ongoing skill development, active engagement, and strong talent retention
• Promote a robust shop-floor culture of safety, personal accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• Partner closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Project Management to drive alignment and ensure seamless project execution
• Build and maintain collaborative, positive relationships with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and vendors to turn them into long-term strategic partners
• Act as the single point of accountability for all aspects of assigned projects, including processes, procedures, tooling, and execution strategies
• Partner directly with the Director of Manufacturing to provide strategic and tactical input on manufacturing capabilities and plant support requirements
• Participate actively in project production hour estimating, design-for-manufacturability (DFM) reviews, and risk assessments for upcoming project pursuits
• Develop and implement safe manufacturing processes, including formal hazard analyses, safety procedures, and technician skill assessments

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred (equivalent professional experience will be fully considered)
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing management operations experience, with at least 5+ years of experience in a direct supervisory or leadership role
• 2+ years of direct, hands-on Lean Manufacturing experience with a deep understanding of continuous improvement tools
• Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams with a focus on collaboration and accountability
• Excellent time management skills with a proven capability to operate with a strong sense of urgency; results-oriented, strategic, and tactical with outstanding execution capabilities
• Hands-on, decisive, and visible operational leadership style
• Demonstrated success managing production floor morale and tracking key operational metrics
• Deep passion for mentoring team members and driving process excellence
• Strong computer skills, including high proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and related tools

Bonus Points

• Active Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Direct experience manufacturing Modular Data Center (MDC) or Power Distribution Center (PDC) equipment
• Familiarity with complex electrical and mechanical designs and schematics
• Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (specifically Infor Visual or Acumatica)
• Advanced computer literacy in both MS Office and Google Workspace suites
• Hands-on experience working within an ISO 9001:2015 quality standard framework
• Prior industrial metal manufacturing and structural fabrication experience
• Strong electro-mechanical integration and troubleshooting background

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and equity packages
• Restricted Stock Units
• Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
• Employer contributions to HSA account
• Paid parental leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development & tuition reimbursement
• Mental health & wellness support
• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
• Cell phone stipend
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
• Volunteer time off
• Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
• Daily meals allowance