Production Manager

Job Summary:

Manage 3-5 direct reports and approximately 150 indirect reports to safely produce and ship units to our customers as ordered and on time. Create a safe work environment and positive safety culture where safety concerns take precedence over all other issues. Foster a positive work environment where employees are treated fairly and held accountable. Ensure the right people are in the right places and provide them with tools needed to execute a production plan successfully.

Essential Functions:

• Works collaboratively with Safety, Quality, Facilities, People Operations, and Production to ensure successful operation of the production area.
• Evaluates performance of the team and adjusts personnel as needed.
• Provides the team with the tools and information needed to do their jobs effectively.
• Interviews, hires, and places new employees into the department and role that best matches their skills.
• Enforces workplace policies fairly and helps resolve personnel issues.
• Works with shop leadership team to develop their skills.
• Ensures all safety initiatives, policies, and programs are being followed for a safe workplace.
• Ensures Evapco quality standards are upheld.
• Ensures all product ships on time and creates a game plan when there is a risk of late shipments.
• Monitors production results against weekly and monthly goals. Works with the Superintendents to adjust manpower to meet goals.
• Evaluates department efficiencies and looks for areas for improvement.
• Makes sure the production area is clean and organized so that it is ready for a customer visit at any time.
• Provides justifications for deviations from budget.

Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:

• Must have experience and proven ability to lead a team by maintaining a positive attitude and encouraging employee development and success.
• Good organizational and prioritization skills. Must be able to shift priorities to match ever-changing production needs.
• Must be able to take in large amounts of information and follow-up on shop floor requests.
• Must have effective time management skills.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and connect to a diverse group of employees.
• Must have flexible schedule to allow off hour visits when necessary.
• Must be able to understand workplace protocols and address any unsafe conditions at any time.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• 5-7 years of production management experience managing organizations or departments with over 100 people.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma principles preferred, but not required.
• Relevant associate or bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work at a desk for extended periods.
• Ability to handle high stress situations.
• Ability to take calls 24/7.
• Ability to come in during off hours to address issues.