3rd Shift Manager

PTMW; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PTMW Inc. in Topeka, KS seeks a 3rd Shift Manager to oversee daily operations of Production and Fabrication, ensuring quality, efficiency and safety standards are met.

You will manage personnel, equipment and inventory while driving process improvements to meet deadlines and customer expectations. The role requires strong leadership, coaching abilities and experience with ERP systems (GSS) and production tracking.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a manufacturing team in a production environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach, train, and lead a diverse team.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and production tracking software.
• Excellent communication and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of 3rd Shift Production and Fabrication to meet quality, efficiency and safety standards.
• Manage personnel, equipment and inventory; drive process improvements to hit deadlines and customer expectations.
• Monitor performance metrics and hold team members accountable.
• Coach and support department leaders; arrange training when needed.
• Establish and maintain quality checks; report rework and root causes with corrective actions.
• Ensure safety concerns are reported and documented; update procedures annually.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Coaching

Quality control

ERP (GSS)

Safety management

Communication

Education

4 Year Degree

Tools

GSS ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: PTMW Inc - Topeka, KS 66618, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Position Summary:

The 3rd Shift Manager oversees the daily operations of 3rd Shift Production and Fabrication departments to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety standards are consistently met. This role is responsible for managing personnel, maintaining equipment and inventory, and improving processes to meet production deadlines and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Performance Tracking

• Monitor and report performance metrics for each department and hold team members accountable.
• Based on department priorities, ensure all team members are completing the tasks assigned.
• Refine the daily plan based on current conditions on shift.

Team Leadership & Development

• Monitor employee time tracking to ensure accurate job clocking and time balancing in GSS (ERP System).
• Resolve employee conflicts promptly and professionally.
• Attend daily startup meetings; coach and support department team leaders to improve effectiveness.
• Identify team members in need of additional training and arrange internal and external training as needed.
• Provide coaching and feedback to develop department team members and enhance their skills.

Quality Control

• Establish and maintain technician level quality checks to ensure the highest level of quality standards are consistently met.
• Report all rework and quality issues to department managers including root cause and any corrective actions taken.

Process Knowledge & Improvement

• In-depth understanding of all department processes.
• Expand technical knowledge of department functions through continuous learning and professional development.

Process & Documentation

• Ensure all safety concerns and incidents are reported promptly and appropriate care is provided.
• Review and update process and procedure documentation annually.
• Support maintenance with their daily tasks.
• Collaborate with other managers to exchange feedback and identify opportunities for improvement.

Other responsibilities

• Actively demonstrate a commitment to mission and Core Values of Credibility, Accountability, Leadership and Fairness.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach, train, and lead a diverse team.
• Knowledge of Powder Coat, Fabrication and Welding systems and related equipment is a plus.
• Excellent communication and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and production tracking software (ERP System GSS).