Manager, Production I

Position Summary

Lead, train, and mentor supervisors in all aspects of the production operations.  Lead and improve production operations performance within the organization to safely produce quality products and services on time and complete. Drive continuous improvement through development of improved methods, tooling, machinery, and facilities to achieve business goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Considerable autonomy in running production operations.
• Reports to an Operations or Plant Manager but makes key operational decisions.
• Oversee the entire production operation
• Ensuring goals are met when related to:
  • Safety
  • Quality
  • Delivery
  • Cost

• Develop and implement:
  • Operational policies
  • Production schedules
  • Process improvements
• Coordinate with other departments (engineering, maintenance, HR) to optimize production flow.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in operations management, engineering, or a related field.
  • Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, PMP) are sometimes preferred.

• Experience
  • 5-7 years of experience in production supervision or management roles.
  • Proven ability to manage teams, production processes, and budgets.
  • Strong understanding of systems:
    • Supply chain
    • Lean manufacturing
    • Quality control

Work Competency Levels

Competency #1 - Technical Knowledge

Advanced

Competency #2 - Quality of Work

Advanced

Competency #3 - Communication

Advanced

Competency #4 - Critical Thinking

Strong

Competency #5 - Safety

Strong

Competency #6 - Dependability

Strong

Competency #7 - Teamwork

Strong

Competency #8 - Adaptability & Flexibility

Strong

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

• Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment.
• Periods of office work on a computer and in team meetings.
• Overnight travel requirements will be variable based on projects and business activities, expected up to 20%.
• Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.

Our Benefits

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.