Production Manager

Engineering Specialists, Inc.; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Specialists, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager in Pewaukee, WI to lead a manufacturing unit, drive efficiency, and ensure safety and quality. You will coach a team, maintain schedules, and align with customer requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes standard process adherence, proactive communication, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment with hands-on leadership and strong coordination with Sales and Operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a flexible cell-based manufacturing environment.
• Lean manufacturing experience and modular floor planning knowledge preferred.
• CSIA and/or ISO standards knowledge preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure standard processes follow the project life cycle.
• Plan and conduct project kickoff meetings with customers and internal staff.
• Meet with Sales to understand total scope and commitments to customer.
• Create and revise a production schedule reflecting new projects and staffing.
• Communicate schedule changes to staff and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within allocated hours, and meet quality requirements.
• Prepare reports to assist in resource, materials, and project planning.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Provide regular feedback to the team and develop their skills.
• Escalate concerns impacting team effectiveness.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4-year degree in related field

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Description

The Production Manager, using discretion and independent judgement, is responsible for the overall efficiency, safety, and effectiveness of his/her assigned work unit. This is accomplished by effectively leading and coaching the team, creating a strong customer service orientation, ensuring processes are followed, and maintaining a dynamic approach to project scheduling. The Production Manager has responsibility for the overall efficiency and effectiveness of his/her work unit as measured by established KPIs.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor and ensure standard processes are followed as defined by the project life cycle.
• Plan and conduct project kickoff meetings with the customers and internal staff.
• Meet with Sales as needed to understand the total scope of project and commitments made to customer.
• Meet with the Production Management team weekly to review Master Schedule changes and additions and evaluate impact to current projects.
• Create and revise a production schedule for own work unit to reflect new projects, changes to current projects, and staffing availability.
• Communicate changes to production schedule to staff, management team, and others impacted by the changes.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within allocated hours, and meet all quality requirements.
• Prepare reports as needed/requested to assist in resource, materials, and project planning.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized work unit area.
• Ensure safety protocols are being followed.
• Maintain regular, proactive communication with the customer regarding the status of the project, questions, etc.
• Handle all customer concerns with a sense of urgency and ownership.
• Provide regular feedback to the team as a group and as individuals to promote a positive work environment.
• Develop team; encourage and promote the learning of new skills.
• Identify and address opportunities for improvement in best practices and processes supporting area of responsibility.
• Escalate, as appropriate, concerns or issues that are or may impact team’s ability to operate at peak effectiveness.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a flexible cell-based manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Outlook/Microsoft Office products; with high level of proficiency in Excel.
• Previous experience managing non-exempt staff in a shop environment.
• Must hold valid driver’s license.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Preferred Requirements:

• 4 year, post high school degree in related field
• Previous experience in working in a lean manufacturing environment
• Previous experience with modular floor planning
• Knowledge of CSIA and/or ISO standards

Work Environment:

Work environment is industrial with exposure to a moderate level of noise. Daily operations in work environment include the use of electric tools, cranes, and forklifts. May be exposed to fumes and airborne particles. Must be able to move freely between aisles of parts, equipment, shelving units. Must be able to carry or lift at least 25 pounds.