Manager, Production

amherstgroup; Cuero (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k match

Health benefits

Career development

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Amherst StudioBuilt Cuero TX seeks a Production Manager to oversee modular construction production operations. Lead plant activities to align with company goals, manage targets, and drive efficiency.

The role demands leadership, Lean/Six Sigma know-how, and solid ERP experience (SAP). Bilingual English/Spanish is valued in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or similar field preferred, may consider relevant work experience in modular construction.
• Experience managing production in a modular construction shop.
• Strong Lean, Six Sigma and 5S experience.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and MiTek equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities and achieve targets in quality, productivity, efficiency, safety, cost control, and staff development.
• Optimize capacity and processes to maximize efficiency and profitability based on demand forecasts.
• Improve production processes to reduce lead times and costs using Lean, 6S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop and update SOPs, train employees to comply with developed standards.
• Apply material requirements planning (MRP) and other control techniques to reduce waste in inventory and OEE losses.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to staff; maintain a positive labor environment.
• Ensure OSHA and safety regulations are followed; conduct safety meetings and training.

Skills

Production management

Modular construction

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Inventory management

Leadership

English

Spanish

ERP systems

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or related field

Tools

MiTek

SAP

Job description

Founded by Amherst, the full-service real estate solutions platform, Amherst StudioBuilt™ homes is an innovative approach to home development that utilizes offsite construction to create new housing supply at scale without sacrificing quality. StudioBuilt homes are constructed at Amherst’s housing studio in Cuero, Texas as well as partner studios across the Southeast and then installed on site. At full capacity, the Cuero facility will create over 250 manufacturing jobs, making Amherst the third largest employer in the area. The StudioBuilt team is comprised of experienced individuals from all trades, working to continuously improve the production process.

Production Manager Studio Built Cuero TX

Responsible for overseeing and controlling the production‑manufacturing business operations. The primary role is to ensure the company’s products, plant and processes align with corporate business goals and objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing the production activities and achieving production targets in quality, productivity, efficiency, safety, cost control, and staff development. Directs teams in effectively managing each respective department. Ensures compliance with all applicable local, state, federal and/or company policy and procedures.
• Right‑size capacity with an emphasis on maximizing efficiency and profitability, through analyzing forecasts of demand, then translating into capacity requirements, and putting processes in place to ensure our customer’s and business needs are achieved.
• Improve production manufacturing processes for the purpose of improving overall quality, reducing lead‑times and lowering overall costs of operations by using Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Kaizen, Six Sigma and Total Quality Management applications where necessary.
• Improve operator training processes using tested and measured Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Develop new procedures where none exist and ensure all employees operate to developed standards on a consistent basis.
• Incorporates best Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and other production activity control techniques to reduce excess inventory in WIP, overtime, labor and other waste streams.
• Provides sound leadership, coaching, mentoring and direction for personnel development, morale improvement, and staff organization.
• Manages employee selection, training, performance evaluations, documentations, salary and termination processes. Maintains a positive, proactive labor environment.
• Establishes and maintains a safe work environment through ensuring compliance of OSHA and other Government safety rules and regulations, conducting internal safety meetings and develops safety awareness programs, along with periodic safety training.

Required Skills & Experience

• Must have experience managing production in a Modular construction shop
• Must have a good knowledge of lumber such as grades and quality.
• Must have some knowledge of Component shop equipment for example MiTek blade saw, Hundegger Turbo drive, and component saws Alpine and Monet
• Good knowledge with plumbing, electrical, drywall, roofing, windows and doors would be excellent.
• Must be familiar with inventory protocols and management.
• Strong Interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive, high performance work teams
• Ability to anticipate, identify, and solve difficult problems in a timely manner
• Strong Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S experience
• Working knowledge of business measurement systems / KPI’s
• Working knowledge of Industrial Safety and Environmental Regulations
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, learning and successfully working in multicultural environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or similar field preferred, may consider relevant work experience if it was in the Modular construction industry.
• 5‑7 years of strong manufacturing experience
• Experience in managing medium‑to‑large high production environments.
• Experience in training, budgeting, time management and human relations’ skills required.
• English/Spanish preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (written, verbal and presentation skills) and maintain a professional level of interaction with all members of the company to deliver timely and accurate information.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ERP Systems like SAP, MiTek or related production software’s

Our full‑time employee benefits include:

• A competitive compensation package, annual bonus, 401k match
• Vacation and Sick Time including 7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and 1 volunteer day
• Employer‑paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, health savings account)
• Professional career development and reimbursement
• Up to 16 weeks paid maternity leave; up to 4 weeks of paid parental leaves

Amherst Operating Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply.