Manufacturing Manager - Solar Trailers

About the role

We are seeking a Supervisor to oversee the Sun Titan Trailer team in Woodland, CA. This role is essential for the growth and success of our Sun Titan Solar Trailers product line.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct Sun Titan assemblers in daily production activities, providing hands-on guidance, clear instructions, and consistent support on the floor to keep things humming.
• Build and manage the Sun Titan production schedule, balancing incoming order demand with assembler availability and material readiness to hit our fulfillment targets every time.
• Develop, document, and maintain SOPs for all Sun Titan assembly, quality control, and fulfillment workflows, keeping our build processes tight, repeatable, and continuously improving.
• Serve as the Sun Titan customer service point of contact, triaging product questions, coordinating technical support responses, and making sure every customer gets a real answer fast.
• Cookier Sun Titan orders, manage delivery timelines and communication of those timelines, and ensure the right product goes out correctly and on time.
• Develop systems for tracking and monitoring Sun Titan inventory levels and proactively communicate parts and material needs to procurement and the Head of Operations, staying ahead of shortages before they become problems.
• Train and mentor assemblers on Sun Titan build processes, product standards, and safety procedures, building a team that takes pride in doing it right the first time.
• Track Sun Titan production and fulfillment metrics, reporting regularly to the Head of Operations, surfacing issues early and coming with solutions, not just status updates.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and the broader operations team to anticipate Sun Titan demand, align on priorities, and ensure a seamless handoff at every stage of the order lifecycle.
• Communicate with the RPS sales team as needed to facilitate their successful selling of trailers.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area because a well-run Sun Titan floor reflects the product we’re proud to ship.

Requirements

• You’re excited about work that directly impacts people’s lives and our planet.
• You hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field or bring 5 years equivalent hands-on experience that’s worth just as much.
• You have 2+ years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, production, or warehouse operations and have experience troubleshooting wiring and production.
• You have 1+ year of supervisory, team lead, or lead technician experience, or are ready and eager to take that step for the first time.
• You have experience writing and developing SOPs and work instructions, you understand that a great process is a gift to everyone on the team.
• You are mechanically inclined and able to lift up to 50 lbs and work comfortably in a warehouse environment, this role is on the floor, not just behind a screen.
• You are a natural organizer. You thrive on schedules, checklists, and seeing a plan come together, and you keep your cool when the unexpected happens.
• You can troubleshoot creatively and think like a customer.
• You believe in rural resilience and clean technology.

Qualifications

• You are a team player who can collaborate effectively with the broader operations team.
• You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• You are detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• You have a passion for clean technology and a commitment to sustainability.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience with production scheduling and inventory management.
• Ability to develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K match, health care, paid holidays, PTO, sick leave, and pet insurance.
• Unique perks such as off-grid and volunteer PTO days, triple-your-impact donation matching, and AAA Roadside Assistance membership.
• A vibrant culture with unlimited coffee, regular parties, delicious food, karaoke nights, and a fun-loving team spirit.
• A work-life balance with Monday through Friday work schedule and sacred weekends for rest and family time.
• Farm fresh goodness with a community garden area and the potential for chickens or other animals.

Pay

$80,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on experience.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, keeping weekends sacred for rest and family time.