Production Manager (BCU)

Gestamp; Alabama; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp is seeking an Assembly 2nd Shift Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of the Assembly Department, enforce safety, quality, and production targets, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a BS in Operations Management or 8+ years of automotive experience, SAP/MRP familiarity, and strong leadership with Excel skills; join a global company focused on innovation and high standards.

Qualifications

• BS in Operations Management or equivalent, or 8+ years automotive experience.
• Experience managing other employees in a manufacturing setting.
• Automotive manufacturing experience required.
• Familiar with MRP and scheduling concepts; SAP preferred.
• Strong Excel and inventory control systems skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute daily operations of the Assembly Department.
• Ensure safety and adherence to policies.
• Monitor and report daily production activities.
• Develop work instructions and train processes.
• Lead continuous improvement using KPI data.
• Oversee 5S and work area organization.
• Investigate accidents and incidents.

Skills

People management

Production scheduling

MS Excel

Education

BS in Operations Management

8+ years automotive experience

Tools

SAP

MRP

Job description

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Date: Aug 14, 2026

Assembly 2nd Shift Operations Manager

With presence in more than 20 countries, Gestamp is a leading international group specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of metal automotive components. Our commitment to innovation drives us to create safer, lighter vehicles that minimize energy consumption and reduce environmental impact.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for managing and executing the daily operations of the Assembly Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the Safety of all associates within the operations group and ensuring the safety policies and guidelines are followed
• Ensure Quality requirements are met per department standards and report any issues to Quality Manager
• Monitors and reports daily Production activities
• Leads the development of work instructions, training on processes, and supervises daily operations
• Identifies, develops, and implements strategies to attain production targets
• Leads daily production meetings to communicate production goals and provide feedback on overall team performance
• Evaluates employee areas of improvement and implements strategies relating to employee development
• Lead continuous improvement efforts based on Key Performance Indicators (KPI) data
• Provides overall employee/team development strategies through training, coaching, counseling, and performance measurement
• Responsible for the engineering functions of the assembly department
• Ensure that SAP system is being used for all aspects of inventory control and material identification. Report critical material or shipping shortages/issues to the Materials Manager
• Support and ensure adherence to all daily 5S and work area organization
• Know and enforce health, safety and environmental rules
• Know bypass safety systems and devices
• Investigate and report accidents and incidents in your area

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

• BS in Operations Management, or other similar type of business curriculum -or- 8 plus years experience inautomotive transfer/prog press/metal stamping/robotic welding;
• Experience in managing other employees.
• Previous automotive manufacturing experience
• Familiarization with MRP and scheduling concepts preferably SAP
• Exceptional computer skills, particular with Excel and Production and Inventory Control Systems

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands tohandle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.
• This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.
• You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.
• You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.