Manager, Production

AMETEK; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Process Instruments in Pittsburgh is seeking a Production Manager to oversee and optimize production activities, ensuring on-time, on-budget shipments and high-quality outputs. You will lead teams, implement OpEx strategies, improve processes, and drive performance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 10+ years in production with strong leadership, deep knowledge of manufacturing methods, and proven ability to drive continuous improvement and AI-enabled productivity gains.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of production experience with strong leadership.
• Deep understanding of production processes, methods, and strategies.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement plans and OpEx initiatives.
• Strong project management skills to manage the delivery of shipments.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels.
• Experience with AI tools to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production activities at PGH to deliver monthly shipments.
• Establish production and quality control standards, develop budget, cost controls, and obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
• Ensure there are plans to achieve near-term (rolling 3-6months) shipments.
• Develop the capabilities of the teams to deliver high-performance (coaching, mentoring, leading by example, personal development).
• Drive operational improvement ideas and plans to better position the manufacturing team to efficiently deliver product to the customer.

Skills

Leadership

Production processes

OpEx strategies

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

AI tools usage

Job description

At AMETEK Process Instruments, we focus our experience on designing new, innovative analyzers that help our customers achieve higher levels of productivity and quality. We do this by seeking out ways to overcome the limitations of current methods of process monitoring, control, and quality assurance. It is through this focus that we have created some of the most reliable and accurate technologies in the world.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Production Manager is a key leadership role within the organization, responsible for overseeing and managing production activities to ensure efficient and effective execution of sales orders. The Production Manager is responsible for managing teams, executing OpEx strategies, improving processes and procedures, and driving overall team performance. The Production Manager works closely with the Director of Operations to set production goals, develop plans to achieve them, and monitor progress towards achieving these goals. They will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for process improvements, optimizing resources, and maximizing efficiency across the organization. The Production Manager foster a safe working environment and ensure that all shipments are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In addition, the Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing the hiring and training of staff, providing leadership and direction to their teams, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The incumbent will have excellent communication skills, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of delivering results in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production activities at PGH to deliver monthly shipments.
• Establish production and quality control standards, develop budget, cost controls, and to obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
• Ensure there are plans to achieve near-term (rolling 3-6months) shipments
• Develop the capabilities of the teams to deliver high-performance (coaching, mentoring, leading by example, personal development)
• Drive operational improvement ideas and plans to better position the manufacturing team to efficiently deliver product to the customer.

Knowledge & Experience

• Should have more than 10 years of production (or related) experience, and have strong leadership skills to effectively manage teams, motivate employees, and drive performance.
• Should have a deep understanding of production processes, methods, and strategies to ensure that all operations are running smoothly and efficiently.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement plans and execute on OpEx strategy initiatives.
• Should have strong project management skills to manage the delivery of shipments, with agility and flexibility in response to change.
• Should have excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with employees, stakeholders, and customers across all levels.
• Should have strong analytical skills to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions to deliver improved performance.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision‑making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI‑generated outputs.

Supervision

• Direct oversite of all production personnel at the Pittsburgh facilities.
• Prioritization of sales orders, materials, and workforce to ensure timely delivery and execution towards revenue goals.

Contact With Others

• Operational team members
• Procurement & Operational Excellence
• Management
• Human Resources
• Finance
• Engineering
• Sales
• Product Management
• Customers

Compensation

• Employee Type: Salaried
• Currency: USD
• Salary Minimum: 90,000
• Salary Maximum: 140,000
• Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].