Production Manager / Ops

Key Responsibilities:Oversee Production Operations: Manage and supervise the production of multi-material displays and retail fixtures, ensuring quality standards, deadlines, and efficiency are met.Team Management: Lead and motivate a team of operators, assemblers, and other production staff to achieve production goals.Resource Allocation: Optimize resource use, including labor, machinery, and materials, to ensure efficient production workflows.Schedule Management: Create and manage production schedules, prioritizing tasks and ensuring that production timelines are met.Quality Control: Implement and monitor quality control procedures to maintain high product standards and minimize defects or errors.Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve production processes, identifying opportunities to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve output.Safety Compliance: Ensure all production activities are conducted in accordance with safety regulations and industry best practices.Collaborate with Engineering: Work closely with the engineering team to ensure manufacturability and feasibility of new product designs.Desired Skills and Qualifications:Experience: 5+ years of experience in production management, preferably in manufacturing environments related to displays, retail fixtures, or similar industries.Knowledge of Materials: Familiarity with a range of materials used in display and fixture manufacturing (e.g., metals, plastics, wood, paints, and coatings).Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage a team.Project Management: Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a keen ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Technical Skills: Knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, and software for production management (e.g., ERP systems).Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with various teams, stakeholders, and suppliers.Lean Manufacturing: Experience with lean manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement processes (Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.) is a plus.Personal Attributes:Problem Solver: Ability to think critically and solve complex production problems.Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail and commitment to quality.Adaptable: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving demands.Results-Driven: Focused on meeting production goals, deadlines, and maintaining high standards.

Created: 2025-02-14