Production Manager

W3Global; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client in Reno, Nevada is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and optimize manufacturing operations at its Reno facility. The role focuses on delivering on-time, within-budget, high-quality composites products and leading a production team.

Candidates should have hands-on experience with composite materials and processes, strong Lean and quality-system knowledge, and proven leadership in scheduling, capacity planning, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with composite materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong leadership and scheduling capabilities.
• Solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and ISO 9000 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production operations to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of quality products.
• Monitor production activities and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and workflow.
• Coordinate manufacturing resources to meet production requirements and customer commitments.
• Ensure production activities follow schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and implement corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Production management

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Scheduling

Vacuum bagging

Quality systems

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Our Client

Location: Reno, NV

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Setting: In-Person

About Our Client

Our Client is a results-driven composites manufacturing company seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations at its Reno, Nevada facility.

The Production Manager will be responsible for managing and improving production operations to ensure the timely, cost-effective delivery of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with composite materials and manufacturing processes, strong production leadership capabilities, and a solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and quality systems.

Position Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced Composites Production Manager to lead production operations, optimize manufacturing processes, manage production personnel, and ensure that products are delivered on time, within budget, and according to established quality standards.

The successful candidate will combine hands-on composites manufacturing knowledge with strong leadership, scheduling, resource-management, and process-improvement capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Production Operations Management

• Manage daily production operations to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of quality products.
• Monitor production activities and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and workflow.
• Coordinate manufacturing resources to meet production requirements and customer commitments.
• Ensure production activities are completed according to established schedules, budgets, quality requirements, and company standards.
• Address production issues and implement corrective actions as needed.

Manufacturing Capacity Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and manage manufacturing capacity plans.
• Coordinate production schedules based on available resources, equipment, personnel, and production requirements.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet production goals.
• Monitor production capacity and identify potential bottlenecks or scheduling constraints.
• Adjust production plans as necessary to maintain delivery commitments.

Composite Manufacturing

• Apply hands-on knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing processes to production operations.
• Support and improve composite manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrate proficiency with vacuum bagging processes used in composite manufacturing.
• Identify opportunities to improve composite manufacturing efficiency, consistency, and product quality.
• Work with production personnel to ensure composite manufacturing processes are followed correctly.

Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement

• Utilize Lean manufacturing tools to improve production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
• Develop and implement composite manufacturing process improvements.
• Evaluate production processes and recommend improvements to increase productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement throughout the production organization.

Production Staff Supervision

• Supervise production employees and coordinate daily manufacturing activities.
• Provide direction and support to production staff.
• Monitor employee performance and production productivity.
• Ensure employees follow established manufacturing processes, safety procedures, and quality requirements.
• Support a productive and professional work environment.

Staff Training & Development

• Train production employees on manufacturing processes, procedures, and company expectations.
• Identify training and development needs among production personnel.
• Support employee development and skill improvement.
• Help build a capable and efficient production workforce.
• Provide coaching and guidance to employees as needed.

Facilities & Equipment

• Maintain manufacturing facilities and production equipment.
• Monitor equipment condition and identify maintenance requirements.
• Coordinate necessary maintenance or repairs to minimize production disruptions.
• Ensure manufacturing equipment remains available and suitable for production requirements.
• Identify equipment-related opportunities for operational improvement.

Quality Management & ISO Compliance

• Understand and enforce ISO 9000 quality system requirements.
• Ensure production personnel follow established quality procedures.
• Support consistent product quality throughout manufacturing operations.
• Identify quality issues and work toward effective corrective actions.
• Promote compliance with company quality standards and procedures.

Resource Allocation

• Allocate labor, equipment, materials, and other resources according to production requirements.
• Balance available resources with production schedules and capacity needs.
• Identify resource constraints and communicate potential issues to management.
• Optimize utilization of personnel and manufacturing resources.

Communication & Collaborationuil>

Communicate effectively with production personnel, management, and other internal stakeholders.

Provide clear written and verbal updates regarding production activities and issues.

Work effectively with a semi-skilled, multicultural workforce.

Promote teamwork and clear communication across the production environment.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

Composites Manufacturing Experience

• Hands-on experience working with composite materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of composite manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency with composite vacuum bagging processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and improve composite manufacturing processes.

Production Management

• Experience managing manufacturing or production operations.
• Experience with production scheduling and capacity planning.
• Strong understanding of resource allocation and production workflow.
• Experience supervising and developing production employees.

Lean Manufacturing

• Good understanding of Lean manufacturing tools and principles.
• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements.
• Continuous-improvement mindset with a focus on productivity, quality, and cost control.

Quality Systems

• Understanding of ISO 9000 quality systems.
• Ability to enforce quality standards and manufacturing procedures.
• Strong attention to quality and process consistency.

Communication & Leadership

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a semi-skilled, multicultural workforce.
• Ability to provide direction, training, and support to production employees.

Technical & Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to use computer systems for production planning, scheduling, reporting, and administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to learn and utilize manufacturing-related software and systems.

Preferred Skills

• Composites Manufacturing
• Composite Materials
• Vacuum Bagging
• Production Management
• Manufacturing Operations
• Capacity Planning
• Production Scheduling
• Lean Manufacturing
• Process Improvement
• Resource Allocation
• Staff Supervision
• Employee Training & Development
• ISO 9000
• Quality Control
• Equipment & Facility Management
• Microsoft Office
• Communication
• Leadership
• Problem Solving

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be an experienced manufacturing professional with a strong background in composite materials and composite manufacturing processes.

The Successful Candidate Should Be

• Experienced in production management and manufacturing operations.
• Hands-on with composite materials and vacuum bagging processes.
• Knowledgeable about Lean manufacturing principles.
• Comfortable supervising and developing production employees.
• Experienced with capacity planning and production scheduling.
• Familiar with ISO 9000 quality systems.
• Strong at resource allocation and operational problem solving.
• An effective communicator who can work with a diverse, semi-skilled workforce.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Focused on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

Our Client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Salary: $74,689.36 - $90,000 per year
• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plan
• Vision Insurance

Work Environment & Location

• Full-Time
• In-Person
• Reno, Nevada
• Manufacturing facility located near Longley and Mira Loma, close to the Reno Airport.
• Production-focused manufacturing environment.
• Work involves interaction with production personnel, manufacturing equipment, composite materials, and facility operations.

Why Join Our Client?

• Join a results-driven composites manufacturing organization.
• Play a key role in managing and improving production operations.
• Lead a production workforce and contribute directly to manufacturing performance.
• Work with composite materials and advanced manufacturing processes.
• Drive Lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Help improve production efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Build a long-term career within a growing manufacturing environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Client is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.