Production Manager - 2nd Shift

Growing, Dallas area, domestic US metal equipment manufacturer with global customers is seeking a dependable, self-starting Production Manager to lead and grow our 2nd Shift production team in our stainless steel fabrication and assembly plant. As the 2nd Shift Production Manager, you must be a strong leader and will be responsible for the daily management and continuous productivity & safety within your departments. The right candidate will have a solid understanding of continuous improvement and corrective action methods. Your areas of oversight and responsibility will include:

• Sheet Metal
• Welding
• Polishing
• Assembly
• Refrigeration
• Electrical

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all shop floor manufacturing operations for building stainless steel equipment.
• Manage key performance indicators (KPIs) such as production volume, quality, cost, and safety.
• Meet all established production schedules and maintain supervision of all production personnel activities.
• Maintain clear and detailed communication with the 1st Shift Manager and Director of Manufacturing to ensure seamless operational transitions between shifts.
• Collaborate with the Director of Manufacturing on employee issues and concerns.
• Train, evaluate, develop, discipline, and communicate continuously with shop workers.
• Manage material shortages, ensure appropriate raw material inventory levels are maintained, and confirm all production paperwork is completed on time and accurately.
• Foster a safe work environment by promoting, supporting, and enforcing safe work practices.
• Address facilities and maintenance issues for all shop equipment.
• Lead and/or participate in department improvement initiatives.
• Maintain shop schedules, track labor hours, and manage procurement needs.
• Communicate through Director of Manufacturing all engineering changes required / corrections needed.

Required Experience and Skills

• Five (5) or more years of experience supervising and leading a team of 30+ employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior hands-on experience fabricating and building sheet metal assemblies is essential.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to plan, lay out, fabricate, and assemble sheet metal assemblies using personnel, hand tools, power tools, and machines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and product specifications to determine the sequence and methods of fabrication and assembly.
• A solid understanding of material gauges and sheet metal types (e.g., galvanized, stainless steel, aluminum, plastic, and glass) according to product specifications.
• A complete understanding of CNC fabricating machines such as lasers, brake presses, specialty saws and routers.
• Skillful in problem-solving part inconsistencies by inspecting components and assemblies using drawings and measuring tools.
• Computer proficiency is required, as this role entails daily use of programs
• Complete knowledge of manufacturing processes and requirements, with a clear ability to evaluate each function.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking is a plus.

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Salary commensurate with experience and includes a complete benefits package. Position also eligible for performance bonus(s)