2nd Shift Production Manager

Harbinger Motors; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive HDV benefits

Early‑stage Stock Options

401k, HSA, FSA

PTO & Parental Leave

Annual Vacation Bonus

Wellness & Fertility Benefits

Cell Phone Stipend

Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

Job summary

Harbinger Motors is seeking a Production Manager to lead 2nd shift manufacturing operations, drive Lean initiatives, and manage KPIs to deliver safe, high-quality output. The role focuses on launching new assembly lines and building a high-performing production team.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in manufacturing or EV operations, with 5+ years in a leadership role, and a strong grasp of assembly processes and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, automotive, or EV operations.
• 5+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of vehicle repair, rework, or assembly processes.
• Proficiency with ERP/MES systems, and production tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead 2nd shift production operations, ensuring safe, efficient execution of the daily production plan.
• Lead the successful launch and ramp‑up of new assembly lines, including staffing, training, equipment readiness, and process validation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve productivity, and lower Hours Per Unit (HPU).
• Monitor production performance and KPIs, identifying gaps and driving improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production, quality, equipment, and process issues.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Problem solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations Management

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Job description

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Position Summary

The Production Manager is responsible for leading 2nd shift manufacturing operations to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, on time, within budget, and to quality standards. This role drives operational excellence through continuous improvement, KPI management, issue resolution, and cross-functional collaboration. The Production Manager will also lead the successful launch and ramp‑up of new assembly lines while building a high‑performing production team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead 2nd shift production operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and effective execution of the daily production plan while meeting Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) targets.
• Lead the successful launch and ramp‑up of new assembly lines, including staffing, training, equipment readiness, process validation, and achievement of production, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving productivity, optimizing labor utilization, and lowering Hours Per Unit (HPU) through Lean manufacturing principles.
• Monitor production performance and KPIs, using data to identify gaps, prioritize opportunities, and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Lead structured problem solving, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for production, quality, equipment, and process issues while driving rapid resolution and preventing recurrence.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Product Development to resolve issues, improve processes, and ensure effective shift execution.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Development on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives to improve product quality, manufacturability, and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, work instructions, and company procedures while maintaining a Safety First, Quality at the Source, Stop‑and‑Fix culture.
• Develop, coach, and mentor supervisors and production team members to build a high‑performing culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Lead daily 2nd shift production meetings, communicate priorities and performance, and ensure effective shift handoffs and alignment across all shifts.

Who You Are

• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, automotive, or EV operations; at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of vehicle repair, rework, or assembly processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.
• Skilled in problem‑solving, root cause analysis, and process improvement.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency with ERP/MES systems, and production tracking tools.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred but not required; equivalent experience accepted.

Key Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
• Early‑stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

California Pay Range

$140,000—$160,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [e-mail].

Candidate Data Privacy

Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

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