Production Manager

Gtifabrication; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 108,751 - 130,501; Full time

Job summary

Gtifabrication is seeking a Production Manager in Buffalo, NY, to oversee daily manufacturing operations. The role involves driving production efficiency, schedule attainment, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. This position offers a salary range of $108,751 to $130,501 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or production management.
• Experience in fabrication, electro-mechanical assembly, or industrial manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and production execution.
• Manage production schedules and communicate with supervisors and operators.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Manufacturing operations understanding

Lean Manufacturing experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

Production management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.

We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

GTI Values: Safey I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility

Position Description

GTI is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations and production execution within our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for driving schedule attainment, workforce leadership, production efficiency, safety, quality, and operational performance across assigned manufacturing areas.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading production teams within fabrication, electro-mechanical assembly, industrial manufacturing, or complex integration environments and possess a hands‑on leadership style focused on execution, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership & Execution

• Manage production schedules based on weekly demand established by plant leadership
• Communicate daily, weekly, and monthly production goals to supervisors, team leads, and operators
• Drive schedule execution while maintaining adherence to quality and delivery expectations
• Monitor production workflows, labor utilization, and manufacturing performance across assigned areas
• Adjust schedules, staffing, or operational resources as needed to support production requirements
• Coordinate with other production areas to ensure proper flow of information, materials, and finished product
• Support operational execution across fabrication, coatings, assembly, integration, or related manufacturing activities

Team Leadership & Floor Management

• Supervise production staff and maintain accountability to operational expectations
• Emphasize organizational structure on the manufacturing floor and establish clear expectations for teams and operators
• Train, mentor, and motivate team members to achieve production and performance goals
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, communication, and operational execution
• Maintain a strong floor presence and support hands‑on leadership across manufacturing operations
• Spend the majority of time on the manufacturing floor supporting production execution and issue resolution

Safety & Quality

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards across manufacturing operations
• Promote adherence to manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and operational standards
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams to resolve production issues and support corrective actions
• Support operational discipline and accountability related to safety and quality performance

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Implement process improvements to improve operator efficiency, workflow execution, and manufacturing performance
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives across operations
• Monitor production metrics and operational performance data to identify improvement opportunities
• Report production metrics, operational issues, and performance updates to plant leadership
• Assist with process optimization, layout improvements, standardized work practices, and operational scalability initiatives

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or production management
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, workflow management, and production execution
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process optimization methodologies
• Experience within fabrication, coatings, electro-mechanical assembly, complex assembly, or integration environments
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with production management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Ability and willingness to spend the majority of time on the manufacturing floor

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in project management or process improvement such as PMP or Lean Six Sigma
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing data analytics tools
• Familiarity with ISO standards and regulatory compliance requirements
• High‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing
• Modular fabrication or industrial assembly
• Structural steel fabrication or welding operations
• Electrical integration or industrial equipment manufacturing
• Contract manufacturing environments
• Data center, energy, defense, or heavy industrial manufacturing

$108,751 - $130,501 a year

GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status or any other Federal or State legally‑protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.