Production Manager - Scaffolding & Fabrication Lead

Bil-Jax Haulotte; Archbold (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Bil-Jax, Inc., a Haulotte Group member, is seeking an experienced Production Manager - Scaffolding to lead Assembly & Paint, Welding and Fabrication at our Archbold, Ohio manufacturing facility.

This role oversees daily production to ensure safe, high-quality scaffolding, drives continuous improvement, coaches supervisors and team members, and partners with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and HR to optimize safety, quality, delivery and cost.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Management, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience leading production operations in welding, fabrication, assembly, paint, or other metal manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to manage supervisors, team leaders, and large production teams.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning and scheduling, and workforce management.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong communication, leadership, and employee development skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Scaffolding manufacturing operations, including Assembly & Paint, Welding, and Fabrication.
• Ensure achievement of safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer demand and business requirements.
• Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors, Group Leaders, and production team members.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to improve operational performance.
• Coordinate activities with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Human Resources.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts to resolve production and quality issues.
• Optimize labor, equipment, materials, and other manufacturing resources.
• Assist with budgeting, workforce planning, and cost management activities.
• Support employee engagement, training, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.
• Champion a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Welding & fabrication

Production planning & scheduling

Lean manufacturing

ERP/MRP systems

Team leadership

Leadership development

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bil-Jax, Inc., a Haulotte Group member, is seeking an experienced Production Manager - Scaffolding to lead Assembly & Paint, Welding and Fabrication at our Archbold, Ohio manufacturing facility.

This role oversees daily production to ensure safe, high-quality scaffolding, drives continuous improvement, coaches supervisors and team members, and partners with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and HR to optimize safety, quality, delivery and cost.