Production Manager

Production Manager Job Summary We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Production Manager to oversee the production process, lead the production team, and ensure efficient, timely delivery of high-quality work. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of production processes, and a focus on meeting safety, quality, and productivity goals. Operations leadership sets company-wide standards for staffing, parts, and quality, and you will work within them. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily production operations, ensuring goals are met on time and within budget, with modification jobs delivered without service failure Develop and implement production plans, schedules, and budgets to meet company objectives Supervise and lead the production team, ensuring they are trained, motivated, and efficient, and keep staffing matched to the work available Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality control regulations, and company policies, including toolbox talks, incident reporting, and equipment checks Enforce inspection and rework standards so jobs pass the first time, and investigate and document the fix for any service failure Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement, engineering, and quality assurance, to keep operations running smoothly Maintain and improve production equipment and machinery to reduce downtime Manage parts and materials inventory to keep sufficient stock for scheduled jobs, and flag shortages early Identify and resolve production issues, including bottlenecks, quality issues, and equipment failures Analyze production data and report on performance, efficiency, costs, job status, labor hours, and billings Drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean or Six Sigma practices Implement and monitor KPIs to track production performance What Success Looks Like Modification jobs delivered on time and without service failure Low rework and strong first-pass quality A safe shop with few incidents A fully staffed, well-trained crew Labor and overtime kept within budget Requirements 5+ years of experience in a production management role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory position Strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes, machinery, and equipment Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills Proficiency in production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities at once Strong organizational and time-management skills Knowledge of safety regulations and quality control standards On site full time Preferred Qualifications Experience in container modification, fabrication, or a related industry Lean Manufacturing certification or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification Experience with ERP or other manufacturing software systems Experience with project-based work

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