Production Manager

Halma; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) plan

Career development opportunities

Pet insurance

ID theft protection

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parental leave

Job summary

Cosasco, a subsidiary of Halma plc, is seeking a Production Manager to lead day-to-day Manufacturing operations in a high-demand environment. You will drive Lean initiatives, manage budgets, and align production with global sales, supply chain, and engineering teams to ensure on-time, quality product delivery.

You will mentor a diverse team, develop leadership capabilities, and champion continuous improvement while maintaining a safe and compliant shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, etc.
• At least five years of experience in manufacturing roles.
• At least three years’ experience in supervisory or management roles.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and sustaining Lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the VP of Operations to translate objectives into targets for the Manufacturing department.
• Monitor throughput, cost and waste, maintain safety and budget targets, while ensuring safe work practices.
• Measure operational performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost and drive improvements.
• Seek and oversee continuous improvement activities to improve performance.
• Implement and maintain Lean principles including 6S, Standard Work, and Visual Management.
• Lead and mentor the manufacturing team to achieve high performance and culture.
• Coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, and Supply Chain to align priorities and schedules.
• Own FAT readiness and schedule coordination with project teams.
• Support leadership development and succession planning within the department.
• Contribute to policies and processes and ensure adherence within Manufacturing.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Microsoft Office

Fast-paced environment

English + Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Complete confidence in corrosion management

We exist to be the most complete and precise solution to measure and monitor corrosion. Not only do we improve the safety of people and the environment, we protect assets and enhance the bottom line of our customers.

Help grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.

Cosasco is an industrial product company providing leading edge integrated corrosion and erosion monitoring systems, including non-intrusive and intrusive technologies. Since 1950, Cosasco has provided solutions for such diverse industries as oil and gas, petrochemical, water treatment, chemical, pulp and paper, pharmaceutical, and utilities.

Cosasco is a subsidiary of Halma plc (“Group”). Halma plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange whose purpose is to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone every day! Halma plc has a current market capitalization of approximately £7 billion. The group has nearly 50 businesses operating through four sectors (Medical, Environmental & Analysis, Process Safety, Infrastructure Safety) in more than 20 countries and major operations in Europe, North and South America and Asia, supplying customers in 160 countries and employing more than 6,600 people worldwide.

Job Summary:

The Production Manager will report directly to the VP of Operations and will be accountable for the day-to-day operations, performance, and direction of the Manufacturing department. The Production Manager will lead the team by aligning the activities and targets of department leaders with the strategic objectives of the company and managing the team’s performance. The Manager will lead continuous improvement activities to reduce operating costs in manufacturing.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the VP of Operations and other members of the leadership team to understand the company’s major objectives and translate those into actionable targets and tasks for the Manufacturing department.
• Monitor and direct the performance of all manufacturing activities including throughput, cost and waste reduction, maintenance, quality, and meeting budgeted utilization and efficiency targets, while ensuring that all safe work practices are in place.
• Measure and communicate operational performance of the company. These measures should cover safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Drive and own the improvement of these performance measures.
• Seek and oversee continuous improvement activities that improve performance of the department.
• Implement and maintain manufacturing Lean principles including tiered daily management (safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics reviewed at each tier), 6S, Standard Work, and Visual Management best practices.
• Effectively lead and mentor the manufacturing team to drive manufacturing efficiency and excellence to create a high-performance culture.
• Keep open communication with the Global Sales and Customer Service teams to understand and interpret customer requirements and company priorities, and to advise of order statuses.
• Partner with Supply Chain leadership to align production schedules, production signals, and material availability with replenishment and inventory plans, and to resolve shortages and priority conflicts quickly.
• Evaluate and manage the performance of all personnel in the Manufacturing department. This includes hiring and termination decisions, made in partnership with HR and subject to approval from the VP of Operations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product Development, and Product Management teams to help ensure smooth execution of new product and project releases.
• Own witnessed inspection and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) readiness for the Manufacturing department, coordinating schedules, resources, and internal pre-FAT verification with the project team ahead of customer and third-party witnessed events.
• Guide, coach, and provide support to the Manufacturing team leads and take accountability for their personal development.
• Develop team capability through cross-training and a maintained skills matrix, and build the leadership pipeline through succession planning and stretch-role development.
• Contribute to the formation of company initiatives, processes, and policies by championing operational performance in collaboration with the leadership team and other managers. Ensure all policies and processes are adhered to within the Manufacturing department.
• Support a positive culture, contributing to a team environment focused on collaboration, communication, and integrity.
• Other duties as assigned by the VP of Operations.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills – both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving, strategic-thinking, and critical analysis ability.
• Able to make effective decisions and execute an appropriate course of action that complies with quality and regulatory requirements while supporting business objectives.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and performance-driven environment.
• Fluent in English, and some proficiency in Spanish would be beneficial.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, etc.
• At least five years of experience in manufacturing roles.
• At least three years’ experience in supervisoryor management roles.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and sustaining Lean manufacturing practices.

Physical Requirements:

• The production staff works a 4/10 schedule (5:30am – 4pmPT, Monday through Thursday). Regular presence on the shop floor is required and includes extended periods of standing and walking.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Desk and computer work as needed.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 10% when required.

FLSA Status:

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Cosasco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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