Manufacturing Production Manager — Growth & Ops Leader

Tournesol Siteworks, LLC; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Tournesol Siteworks, LLC in Port Orchard, WA, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily production operations, scheduling, and safety. You will translate the master plan into actionable daily execution, align people, materials, equipment, and processes to meet customer commitments, and drive continuous improvement.

The role requires 5–7 years in production management, proven leadership in manufacturing, and a strong track record in eliminating bottlenecks and improving

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience as a Production Manager.
• Experience: Proven leadership in manufacturing operations and production management.
• Scheduling: Expertise in managing schedules, hitting delivery targets, and executing recovery plans.
• Operations: Deep knowledge of workflow, capacity planning, productivity metrics, and resource utilization.
• Team Leadership: Strong track record of coaching supervisors and building high-performing teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactive mindset focused on problem-solving, removing bottlenecks, and data-driven decision-making.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for conflict resolution, change management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellence & Safety: Uncompromising commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and operational accountability.

Responsibilities

• Master the Schedule: Manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to ensure on-time delivery across the project pipeline.
• Proactive Risk Mitigation: Maintain real-time visibility through regular floor walks, identify delivery risks early, and execute immediate recovery plans.
• Resource Optimization: Establish clear priorities for production leadership, adjusting resources dynamically throughout the day.
• Drive Efficiency: Own production flow, productivity, and labor utilization across all manufacturing lines.
• Eliminate Constraints: Actively identify and remove bottlenecks, excessive work-in-progress (WIP), and downtime.
• Scale Capacity: Balance labor, equipment, and materials to maximize throughput and support ongoing business growth.
• Coach & Develop: Lead and mentor Supervisors and team leads to build a high-performing culture of problem-solving and teamwork.
• Set Clear Standards: Establish explicit expectations for performance and accountability, addressing issues constructively and directly.
• Enforce Compliance: Maintain ultimate ownership of shop-floor safety, ensuring strict adherence to PPE and established standards.
• Proactive Intervention: Address unsafe behaviors immediately and possess full authority to stop production when significant safety risks arise.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Operations

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management or relevant field

Job description

Tournesol Siteworks, LLC in Port Orchard, WA, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily production operations, scheduling, and safety. You will translate the master plan into actionable daily execution, align people, materials, equipment, and processes to meet customer commitments, and drive continuous improvement.

The role requires 5–7 years in production management, proven leadership in manufacturing, and a strong track record in eliminating bottlenecks and improving