Production Manager

Position Title:

Production Manager

Reporting to: GM of Production

Department:
Manufacturing

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954.

Our Mission Statement is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We live that statement every single day. We are looking for a Production Manager to help support that mission.

The Production Manager is responsible for building production schedules, ensuring production processes stay within budgets and meet deadlines and reviewing the productivity of all manufacturing equipment and processes. Responsibilities also include keeping accurate material inventories, making supply orders and effectively leading team members in the production effort.

• Ensure all safety and health standards are met to maintain an accident-free workplace
• Develop workplace policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising quality or workplace safety
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, yield, labor efficiency, scrap, and downtime
• Implement and sustain Lean manufacturing practices, 5S, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage labor planning, overtime, and resource allocation to optimize productivity
• Set productivity goals for each manufacturing operation collaborating with supply chain, maintenance, quality and engineering
• Continuously evaluate resources and equipment to minimize downtime and increase production
• Motivate, guide and support production staff
• Communicate regularly with upper management to resolve issues impacting production

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Professional Development
• Positive and productive work environment

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related field preferred
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in production environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven record of effectively training and managing employees in the areas of safety and production
• Working knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 certified facility preferred, ISO 9001 Auditor certification a plus
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma training and certifications strongly preferred

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs. It also often requires pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting 50+ lbs. and working in a variety of weather conditions and noise levels. This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline. Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.