Production Manager

Crane 1 Services is seeking an experienced, results-driven Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations, optimize production efficiency, drive continuous process improvements, and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality industrial material lifting equipment. Success in this role requires more than maintaining production schedules. We are looking for a leader who can evaluate existing manufacturing processes, implement measurable improvements, develop employees, and build a reliable, high-performing production operation that supports increased customer demand and long-term business growth. Pay: $110k - $130k Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Operations & Production Management Lead and oversee daily manufacturing operations, including fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and production of industrial material lifting equipment and components. Develop, implement, and manage production schedules to ensure customer orders are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality specifications. Evaluate manufacturing capacity, workforce utilization, equipment availability, and production workflows to maximize operational efficiency and throughput. Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks, unnecessary downtime, inefficient workflows, and other operational constraints. Establish clear production priorities, performance expectations, and accountability across manufacturing teams. Monitor production costs, labor efficiency, material utilization, and overall manufacturing performance to improve profitability. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, project management, and sales teams to align manufacturing capabilities with customer requirements and delivery commitments. Ensure production resources, materials, equipment, and staffing are effectively allocated to meet current and anticipated customer demand. Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing productivity, reducing manufacturing costs, improving quality, and shortening production lead times. Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to streamline operations, eliminate waste, and improve workflow efficiency. Implement Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S, Kaizen, root cause analysis, and other continuous improvement methodologies where appropriate. Develop and standardize manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and production processes to improve consistency and repeatability. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including production throughput, on-time delivery, labor productivity, scrap, rework, and equipment downtime. Use production data and performance metrics to identify trends, implement corrective actions, and measure improvement results. Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, tooling improvements, automation, and process enhancements that improve operational capacity and return on investment. Quality Control & Quality Assurance Establish and maintain a strong quality-focused manufacturing environment that consistently meets customer specifications, engineering requirements, and applicable industry standards. Oversee quality control and quality assurance processes throughout fabrication, machining, assembly, testing, and final product inspection. Develop and implement standardized quality inspection procedures, production checkpoints, and corrective action processes. Investigate quality issues, manufacturing defects, customer complaints, and product nonconformances to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions. Reduce scrap, rework, warranty-related issues, and manufacturing defects through proactive quality management and process improvements. Ensure compliance with applicable AWS welding standards, ASME/ANSI requirements, OSHA regulations, and internal quality procedures. Promote a culture in which quality is built into the manufacturing process rather than relying solely on final inspections. Custo…

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