Production Manager - Durham, NC

Powersecure-Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerSecure, Inc. in Durham, NC is seeking a seasoned manufacturing leader to oversee three or more production work centers, driving safety, quality, cost and on-time delivery.

This role leads cross-functional projects, develops personnel to meet forecasts, ensures compliance with MoMs/MAIs, and partners with leadership to identify cost-saving improvements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years in manufacturing, preferably in the assembly of electrical switchgear or power generation equipment.
• 4+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certified, or actively pursuing.
• Ability to read/read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Experience with ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle preferred).
• Capable of analyzing production data and reporting performance.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple manufacturing disciplines and work centers to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Drive safety, quality, and productivity initiatives across production areas.
• Collaborate with HR on employee development and performance reviews.
• Apply CAPA to address quality, delivery, and operational issues.
• Coordinate manufacturing projects and cross-functional initiatives to close performance gaps.
• Interface with Engineering to resolve design issues and minimize disruptions.
• Communicate performance and improvement actions to leadership.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and scheduling software.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle)

Reading technical drawings

CAPA

Data analysis

Communication

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production scheduling software

Job description

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Locations

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• On-site
• Manufacturing & Engineering
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PRODU003451

Description

Job Summary:

Leads three or more production work centers to achieve safety, quality, cost, and on-time delivery goals. Manages multiple work centers and manufacturing disciplines, monitoring performance and reinforcing operational discipline. Leads manufacturing-driven projects and cross-functional initiatives based on data analysis and customer feedback. Develops personnel to meet production forecasts and performance expectations. Ensures compliance with Methods of Manufacture (MoMs) and Manufacturing Assembly Instructions (MAIs) and partners with production leadership to identify cost-saving and continuous improvement opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred or 5+ years’ experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the
  assembly of electrical switchgear and/or power generation equipment.
• 4+ years of leadership and/or supervisory experience
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certified, or actively pursuing.
• Leads multiple manufacturing disciplines and work centers to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Proficient in ERP systems used in manufacturing environments (IFS, SAP,
  Oracle preferred).
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, assembly drawings, operational manuals, safety rules, and standardized work instructions.
• Analyzes production data and prepares reports to communicate performance versus goals (safety, quality, delivery, labor).
• Drives safety, quality, and productivity improvement initiatives across assigned production areas.
• Partners with HR on employee development, performance reviews, and
  workforce-related initiatives.
• Apply corrective and preventive action (CAPA) best practices to address quality, delivery, and operational issues.
• Leads manufacturing projects and cross-functional initiatives to close
  performance gaps and deliver timely results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production scheduling software.
• Communicates operational performance, risks, and improvement actions to manufacturing and plant leadership.
• Demonstrates strong understanding of production processes and their impact on schedules, capacity, and due dates.
• Interfaces with Engineering to resolve design issues and minimize production disruptions.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in a Lean manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with electrical switchgear and/or electrical power generation
  equipment strongly preferred.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certified, or actively pursuing.
• Leads multiple manufacturing disciplines and work centers to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Proficient in ERP systems used in manufacturing environments (IFS, SAP,
  Oracle preferred).
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, assembly drawings, operational manuals, safety rules, and standardized work instructions.
• Analyzes production data and prepares reports to communicate performance versus goals (safety, quality, delivery, labor).
• Drives safety, quality, and productivity improvement initiatives across assigned production areas.
• Partners with HR on employee development, performance reviews, and
  workforce-related initiatives.
• Applies corrective and preventive action (CAPA) best practices to address
  quality, delivery, and operational issues.
• Leads manufacturing projects and cross-functional initiatives to close
  performance gaps and deliver timely results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production scheduling software.
• Communicates operational performance, risks, and improvement actions to manufacturing and plant leadership.
• Demonstrates strong understanding of production processes and their impact on schedules, capacity, and due dates.
• Interfaces with Engineering to resolve design issues and minimize production disruptions.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in a Lean manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with electrical switchgear and/or electrical power generation
  equipment strongly preferred.

Working Conditions:

• This position is on-site 5 days per week.
• Occasional travel may be required for training or meetings.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate different business needs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time, based on business needs.

PowerSecure is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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