Production Manager (Metalmechanic / Automotive Experience)

Mam de la Frontera, S.A. de C.V.; Tijuana; Presencial; MXN 800,000 - 1,000,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading automotive spare parts company located in Tijuana is seeking a Production Manager. The ideal candidate will manage production plans, supervise staff, and ensure quality standards are met. Required qualifications include a degree in Engineering or Industrial Administration, at least 10 years of experience in a similar role, and strong leadership skills. The company offers above-standard benefits per the Mexican Federal Labor Law.

Servicios

Above-standard benefits according to the Mexican Federal Labor Law

Formación

• 10+ years of proven experience in a similar role.
• Experience with manufacturing systems in metalmechanic/automotive processes.
• Familiarity with BOMs and blueprint interpretation.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure Safety, Hygiene, and Quality in assigned areas.
• Manage information systems and inventory.
• Supervise, train, and support direct production staff.

Conocimientos

Leadership and decision-making confidence

Personnel management and conflict resolution

Proficiency in MS Office

English (85% to 90%)

Lean Manufacturing tools (VSM, Kaizen, etc.)

Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies

Educación

Degree in Engineering or Industrial Administration

Herramientas

IFS ERP

Descripción del empleo

Production Manager

Company Overview

Located at Valle Bonito Tijuana

We are a U.S.-based metal-mechanical company, a market leader in the automotive spare parts sector. With eight years of operations in Mexico, our specialties include tube bending, laser cutting, machining, manufacturing of metal parts, and MIG/TIG welding on tubes. Due to growth, we are looking for a Production Manager.

Our Core Values

• Teamwork – We are one; we share values and take care of each other.
• Innovation – We challenge ourselves to do things differently.
• Integrity – We do what’s right, transparently and honestly.
• Adaptability – Change and varying needs require flexibility.

Job Description and Responsibilities

What will you be doing in this role?

• Ensure Safety, Hygiene, and Quality in assigned areas.
• Manage information systems and inventory.
• Follow up on Non-Conformities (Quality and Safety).
• Execute production plans according to planning guidelines—delivering orders on time, in the required quantity, with the expected quality and standard cost. Meet weekly production targets.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to solve problems.
• Supervise, train, and support direct production staff; coordinate their activities.
• Manage timekeeping and personnel control (including internal staff movements by area).
• Conduct process audits to prevent non-conformities and identify improvement opportunities in Safety, Quality, Process, and 5S.
• Lead responsible areas and implement improvements and action plans.
• Enforce the internal labor regulations.
• Prepare, update, and regularly analyze performance indicator reports.

Experience and Requirements

You might be a good fit if you have:

• A completed degree in Engineering or Industrial Administration (preferred).
• At least 10 years of proven experience in a similar role (shift lead or higher).
• Experience with Manufacturing Systems in Metalmechanic / Automotive Processes
• Proficiency in MS Office and preferably IFS ERP.
• English level 85 % to 90%
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools (VSM, line balancing, Kaizen, etc.) and Six Sigma (e.g., 8D or other quality problem-solving methodologies).
• Familiarity with BOMs and blueprint interpretation (preferred).
• Strong leadership and decision-making confidence.
• Skilled in personnel management and conflict resolution.
• Understanding of Mexico’s Federal Labor Law (LFT).

Benefits

• Above-standard benefits per the Mexican Federal Labor Law (LFT).