Production Manager - 2nd Shift

Valence Surface Technologies; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies in Wichita, KS, is seeking a Production Coordinator to plan and coordinate all production activities to meet targets.

You will organize daily work, prioritize across departments, lead shift supervisors, and drive quality and safety in all processes. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and a hands-on approach to continuous improvement.

Experience in manufacturing, ERP systems, and MS Office is favored, with a focus on timely delivery and adherence to 6S.

Qualifications

• Plan and coordinate daily production activities to meet targets.
• Ensure quality and safety standards are followed.
• Report production progress and issues to the Operations Manager.
• Lead and develop shift supervisors and teams.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize daily activities across departments.
• Coordinate scheduling and production flow.
• Lead shift and department supervisors to deliver on-time quality products.
• Facilitate meetings and training, enforce 6S program.
• Report progress and problems to Operations Manager.
• Complete production plan by assigning personnel and priorities.
• Maintain clean work areas through 6S.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in production management or engineering

Tools

MS Office

ERP software

Job description

Summary

Planning and coordination of all production activities to ensure that the company production targets are met.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently organizes and prioritizes daily activities to accomplish goals; coordinates and schedules the work within and across departments.


• Demands highest possible quality and excellence in all work processes and individual performance; takes personal ownership to ensure that the team's product is of high quality and without defects.


• Facilitates meetings with the shift and department supervisors and leads at regularly scheduled intervals.


• Assists supervisors and leads in the execution of their duties and in meeting company and facility goals and objectives.


• Leads the activities of shift and department supervisors in the manufacturing process in accordance with work instructions and company policy to ensure a quality product is delivered on time.


• Identifies training needs, manages training programs and encourages and promotes employee development.


• Ensures the appropriate level of accountability for facility goals and objectives at the supervisory level.


• Report general progress of daily production, shipments and problem areas to Operation Manager.


• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, establishing priorities, and reporting results of the processing flow on personnel production summaries.


• Enforces and ensures all work areas are maintained and clean by educating and directing personnel on the 6s program.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor\'s degree in production management, engineering, or a related field preferred.


• 5 plus years of manufacturing experience.


• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.


• Knowledge of performance evaluation


• Experience in reporting on key production metrics.


• Proficient in MS Office and ERP software.


• Outstanding communication ability.


• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.


• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws.