Production Manager - Heavy Steel Fabrication 3rd Shift

Veritas-Steel,-LLC; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Steel, LLC in Palatka, FL is seeking a Production Manager for the 3rd shift to oversee multiple departments and drive throughput, quality, and safety across the fabrication process. You will lead teams, plan labor, and coordinate with the scheduler to meet production goals.

You will coach supervisors, implement Lean Six Sigma principles, ensure 5S and EHS compliance, and actively seek continuous improvement opportunities while maintaining cost controls and documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in SCM, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Well-organized and analytical.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple departments across shifts with focus on safety, quality, timeliness and cost.
• Coach, train, and develop area leads; participate in recruiting and onboarding.
• Coordinate with Production Scheduler to align with fabrication plans and drive efficiency.
• Plan labor and manage capacity to meet production requirements.
• Ensure adherence to EHS and 5S programs; lead continuous improvement.
• Maintain project documentation and actively solicit input from staff for problem solving.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Safety leadership

Labor planning

Problem solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in SCM/Industrial Engineering or related field

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Job description

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Production Manager - Heavy Steel Fabrication 3rd Shift

Management Palatka, FL, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 3624

The Production Manager employed at Veritas Steel's Palatka location is responsible for safely and efficiently overseeing multiple areas/departments across shifts. They are focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement while being strategically minded. The Production Manager will work through complex processes and is heavily focused on throughput and efficiency. They are a good motivator and team leader who possesses a positive attitude while achieving goals of the highest standards through effective leadership. The Production Manager must be able to effectively manage a wide range of duties and responsibilities while supervising those reporting to them.

• Manages assigned areas/departments within the facility, including all work performed in assigned area
• Responsible for maintaining housekeeping, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Works closely with the Production Scheduler to understand the production requirements and provide active feedback on gaps as they are identified
• Ensures assigned teams are operating within the designed fabrication plans and assists in improvements to the efficiency of the work
• Effectively plans work and manages labor to ensure efficient execution
• Executes schedule with concern for safety, quality, timeliness, impact, and cost
• Responsible for coaching and the overall performance of assigned area leads and team
• Actively participates in recruiting, selecting, training, and coaching new department employees
• Gives direction, effectively supervises, counsels on performance, aids, and trains when appropriate
• When necessary, initiates disciplinary action
• Works with Human Resources to ensure understanding of company policies and communicates policies to production teams
• Works with Human Resources to resolve problems as needed
• Maintains required documentation on all projects for assigned areas
• Communicates with employees regularly and seeks their input on problem solving
• Actively participates in the safety program; observing and correcting behaviors that are unsafe
• Ensures EHS policies and guidelines are met within the department
• Coaches, trains, communicates and monitors employees’ performance on safety programs

Educational Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field, preferred
• Thorough understanding of lean and six sigma principles and applications
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
• Familiarity with business and financial principles
• Excellent communication skills and leadership ability
• Well-organized and analytical

3rd Shift is Thursday - Sunday 5am - 5pm