Job Description
Job Description
Production Manager
Location: Eastern Cleveland Area
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations in our shop. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of production—including component fabrication, welding, assembly, and shipping—while driving efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. This role ensures safety, lean practices, and team performance in a custom, small batch environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Production Oversight: Plan, schedule, and supervise all shop floor activities across fabrication (sawing, CNC machining, forming), welding (MIG), component assembly, and shipping/receiving.
- Resource Management: Allocate labor, equipment, and materials to meet production targets and customer deadlines; adjust staffing and overtime as needed.
- Quality & Compliance: Enforce quality standards, conduct root-cause analysis on defects, and implement corrective actions.
- 5S Leadership: Champion 5S methodology (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to maintain organized, safe, and efficient workspaces.
- Team Leadership: Hire, train, and performance-manage a team of fabricators, welders, machinists, and shipping personnel; foster accountability and cross-training.
- Inventory & Supply Chain: Coordinate with purchasing to maintain raw material (extrusions, glazing, fasteners and more) and consumable levels; minimize excess inventory.
- Safety & Maintenance: Ensure OSHA compliance, conduct safety audits, and oversee preventive maintenance of machines, welders, presses, and material handling equipment.
- Reporting & Metrics: Track KPIs (on-time delivery, scrap rate, labor efficiency, OEE); prepare daily/weekly production reports for senior management.
- Customer Interaction: Collaborate with sales/engineering on rush jobs, design-for-manufacturability feedback, and resolving shipment discrepancies.
Preferred
- AWS Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS) or equivalent.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
- Lean Leadership: Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, waste reduction).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field OR 7+ years of progressive leadership in a metal fabrication job shop.
- Minimum 5 years directly managing teams in a job shop environment with proven ability to:
- Lead high-mix production (daily job changes, custom fixtures, varied designs).
- Maintain >95% on-time delivery despite fluctuating customer schedules.
- Manage labor turnover in skilled trades through active engagement.
- Proven hands-on experience managing aluminum fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.
- Demonstrated success implementing 5S and lean principles in a job shop environment.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in a shop environment with noise, dust, and welding fumes (PPE provided).
Compensation & Growth
- Competitive salary ($75,000-$95,000 + DOE)
- Annual Performance Bonus: $5,000-$8,0000
- Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.