Senior Production Manager

Ascentec Engineering, LLC; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Production Manager, where you will lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on achieving production excellence while ensuring safety and quality standards are maintained. Collaborate with various departments to create effective work plans and drive continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to employee development and a strong emphasis on teamwork, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the production landscape. Your leadership will be crucial in navigating challenges and optimizing performance metrics.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with up to 4% match

Quarterly Bonus

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing production, with 7 years in a managerial role.
• Knowledge of production procedures and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Hire and train skilled personnel to align with production goals.
• Manage multiple supervisors and ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Conflict Resolution

Technical Document Interpretation

Education

Associate's Degree

Equivalent Work Experience

Tools

MS Office

Database Applications

Job description

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Description:

Ascentec Engineering is hiring! We are seeking a Senior Production Manager responsible for achieving production performance results related to all machining endeavors for a specific product line. Performance metrics include safety, quality, scheduling, and overall production.

The Senior Production Manager will collaborate with other Production Managers, Project Managers, and shared services personnel (such as sales, estimating, and supply chain) to create comprehensive work plans to meet ongoing performance objectives.

This position is on-site at our Tualatin, Oregon headquarters (not remote/hybrid) and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Requirements:

Job Responsibilities:

• Hire and train skilled craft personnel, supervisors, and leads to support work across multiple work centers, aligning personnel with production goals, schedules, and plans based on skills and abilities.
• Manage multiple supervisors, team leads, and shop personnel with various skills across multiple workstations.
• Coordinate with other managers and support departments to align work scope with company priorities.
• Ensure employee training and qualifications.
• Establish and maintain a safe work environment, ensuring adherence to policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and report on production KPIs.
• Ensure quality standards are met through work reviews and inspections.
• Review and verify weekly production progress reports.
• Prioritize production schedules in coordination with the scheduling team.
• Regularly evaluate KPIs and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Coordinate with support services to ensure availability of equipment, materials, and inventory.
• Lead recurring team meetings and participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, GEMBA walks, 5S).
• Monitor departmental compliance with company policies and goals.
• Manage staff performance through established processes, including goal setting, coaching, and evaluations.
• Address daily operational issues related to staffing, scheduling, quality, tooling, and maintenance.
• Ensure quality inspections and manage escalations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least 8 years of experience in manufacturing production (if with an associate's degree), including 7 years in a managerial role; 10 years if without a degree, with experience in precision machining preferred.
• Knowledge of production procedures and continuous process improvement.
• Understanding of department operations, machinery, and tools.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership and motivation abilities.
• Analytical skills for problem-solving and research.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and work specifications.
• Effective prioritization and scheduling skills.
• Conflict resolution and team-building skills.
• Emergency response capability.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database applications.
• Knowledge of budgeting, planning, and OSHA regulations.

Working Environment:

• Fast-paced manufacturing setting with moderate to loud noise.
• Safety gear provided; ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.

Compensation / Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• 401k with up to 4% match.
• Quarterly bonus, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.

Applicants must pass drug screening and background checks. ITAR compliance requires U.S. citizenship or eligible status. Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.