Production Manager

Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS); San Fernando (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced materials is seeking a Production Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at their San Fernando facility. This hands-on role requires strong leadership and knowledge of lean manufacturing to enhance efficiency and quality. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a manufacturing environment and be committed to continuous improvement and safety compliance.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Short and long-term disability coverage

Accident insurance

Critical illness insurance

Employee assistance plan

Retirement savings and matching

Developmental opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages day-to-day production operations.
• Drives positive customer experience and continuous improvement.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of AS9100

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Planning skills

Understanding of manufacturing technologies

Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems

Understanding of safety and EHS procedures

Ability to stand long periods

Green Belt or Black Belt certified

Education

Associates degree or higher preferred

High School education or GED required

Job description

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Base pay range

$104,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

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IPS – Spira Manufacturing is seeking a Production Manager who leads and manages the day-to-day production operations at the Spira facility. This position will work closely with operations leadership, quality, supply chain and engineering to ensure alignment to Spira directives and initiatives. This is a hands-on leadership role that will directly contribute to the growth of our business through positive trending of customer related metrics.

This position works in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment, utilizes knowledge of lean manufacturing practices to deliver world class results in efficiency, quality and productivity.

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, specializing in high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications. IPS is comprised of 10 highly respected brands, each recognized for their expertise and innovation: AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft, Swift Textile Metalizing (STM), RMB Products, and SPIRA Manufacturing. Our extensive product portfolio includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings—all designed to meet the most demanding performance requirements in mission-critical applications.

Job Accountabilities:

• Embodies the company Mission, Vision and Values
• Drives positive customer experience and actively contributes to continuous improvement.
• Directs operations in alignment with corporate strategic and business plans and goals.
• Manages, develops and leads production leads or supervisors.
• Utilizes continuous improvement (lean) across all areas to improve cost, quality and efficiency ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Manage and supervise trainings or documentation related to production
• Provides a safe work environment through focus on 6S, risk reduction and data driven decision making.
• Supports and executes level loading production schedules for capacity analysis and staffing.
• Review production timecards
• Schedules customer orders to the department daily to ensure that OTD and quality requirements are achieved.
• Supports all capital projects related to the area of responsibility.
• Responsible for reviewing all routers to ensure accurate and appropriate steps are being taken within the manufacturing process
• Ensures compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory agencies including OSHA and AQMD. Ensures compliance with all local, state and federal licenses and permits in extrusion.
• Ensures all equipment is properly maintained and operates in a safe manner.
• Directs the production and inventory control functions to ensure that the customers’ needs are met in a timely manner while utilizing the capacity of the operation in an efficient manner
• Works with planning and sales team supporting customer requests and delivery commitments.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specifications:

Education: Associates degree or higher preferred; High School education or GED required

Years Experience: Minimum of 5-7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or related field required.

Skills:

• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO9001 required
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and planning skills
• Ability to stand long periods of time
• Understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
• Understanding of safety and EHS procedures
• Green Belt or Black Belt certified (desired)

Training Requirements:

• On the job training will be conducted on Procedures and Work Instructions from the area of responsibility.
• Yearly refresher training on FOD, Calibration, Documentation control and Safety Topics.

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

(Actual placement within the range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, experience and location)

Position will be based out of IPS - Spira Manufacturing (650 Jessie St, San Fernando, CA 91340)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Manufacturing, and Production

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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