Production Manager

Times Microwave Systems; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Times Microwave Systems in Mesa, AZ seeks a Production Manager to lead manufacturing, planning and materials teams. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, optimize processes and ensure timely, high-quality products for customers.

The role emphasizes lean, Six-Sigma and continuous improvement, with a focus on improving operational efficiencies and overall performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Strong communication with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Ability to coach and mentor a diverse team.
• Proficient in MS Office and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing and Process Engineering across cable manufacturing and assembly.
• Coordinate production in line with company goals and budgets.
• Develop and coach a high-performing team through mentorship.
• Implement team structures to support business growth and goals.
• Recommend resources including capital equipment and facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team mentorship

MS Office

ERP software

Oracle

Tools

ERP software

Oracle

Job description

Summary

The Production Manager provides leadership to the manufacturing, planning and materials teams at the Mesa AZ location. This position utilizes cross functional leadership, technical knowledge and communication skills to ensure customers receive a quality product on time while continually striving to improve operational efficiencies and overall performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the Manufacturing and Process Engineering functions within the Cable Manufacturing, Cable Assembly, and specialty products operations.
• Coordinate the manufacturing of products in line with company goals and objectives.
• Develop a strong and effective team by providing coaching/mentorship of team members.
• Implement a team structure to grow and support the business.
• Recommend necessary resources to ensure success, including capital equipment, trained team members, appropriate facilities, effective infrastructure, and materials.
• Focus on results and achieve shipment goals (revenue and OTD).
• Coordinate with other manufacturing sites (West Palm Beach, FL, Wallingford, CT)
• Deliver on targets for key performance metrics: quality, cost/productivity, inventory and on-time delivery.
• Organize and direct workflow to meet production requirements in a cost-efficient manner.
• Promote and drive compliance with all standard operating procedures.
• Drive superior customer service (on-time delivery and responsiveness).
• Advance a culture of continuous improvement by applying lean manufacturing, Six-Sigma and other appropriate techniques.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High-level leadership and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership presence to motivate, influence, and train people
• Able to interact with a variety of company functions and a diverse group of personalities
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to interact well with customers
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high growth industry; willing to be hands-on and take initiative
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High sense of urgency
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Proficient with ERP software and reporting tools; Oracle preferred

We are pleased to provide high-quality, competitive and comprehensive benefits for our employees. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage, HSA and FSA, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and the employee assistance program. Full-time and part-time employees are eligible for paid time off, 12 paid holidays per year, and may participate in our 401(k) plan, which includes an automatic 3% company contribution, plus a 50% company match on the first 8% of employee contributions.

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.