Production Manager

About Our Organization All Weigh Automation (AWA) takes pride in our team members as well as in the products and services we provide. Our organization is committed to offering the finest weighing, packaging and robotic palletizing solutions as well as providing replacement parts and service to our customers nationwide when needed. Position Summary The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, fabrication, mechanical and electrical assembly, equipment integration, and testing. This role ensures manufacturing activities are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to established quality standards while meeting customer commitments and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Oversee all manufacturing activities from work order release through fabrication, assembly, testing, and final completion. Develop and manage production schedules, establish priorities, allocate resources, monitor progress, and proactively address delays or capacity constraints. Lead and develop production personnel, establish performance expectations, and maintain accountability for productivity, quality, and safety. Coordinate with Materials Management/ Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, and Service to ensure materials, drawings, labor, and equipment are available to meet production requirements. Ensure equipment is built according to engineering specifications and customer requirements, and that testing, troubleshooting, and corrective actions are completed. Identify and implement improvements to workflow, labor efficiency, manufacturing lead times, quality, and cost control. Monitor production performance, communicate delivery risks to management, and maintain a safe, clean, and organized manufacturing environment. Learn and utilize Business Central ERP/MRP system, ensure routings are correct and enter part numbers, BOM’s and other information as needed to fulfil sales orders. Qualifications Five or more years of manufacturing experience, preferably in OEM machinery, industrial automation, or custom equipment manufacturing, with prior leadership or supervisory experience. Demonstrated ability to manage production schedules, labor resources, and multiple manufacturing functions. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical specifications. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Experience with ERP systems, production reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives preferred. Technical education or equivalent practical experience preferred. Measures of Success Success in this role will be measured by on-time production completion, schedule adherence, improved labor productivity, reduced rework and production delays, consistent equipment quality, successful testing, effective coordination across departments, and a safe, organized, and accountable manufacturing operation. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions This position operates primarily in an office and manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with production, receiving, inventory storage, and shipping areas. Lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds. Use arms, hands, legs, and feet to bend, stretch, lift, grasp, climb, sit, and stand with or without corrective devices. Occasionally require walking through production areas, and adherence to applicable workplace safety requirements. Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: Production management: 3 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Saint Louis Park, MN 55426 (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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