Production Manager

About the Company

ALCOM’s impressive growth has been driven by a dedicated team committed to producing the highest-quality aluminum trailers across every category. From a single flagship facility in Winslow, Maine, the company has expanded to four manufacturing plants nationwide. This growth strengthens the dealer network, fosters innovation, and enhances delivery of top-tier products with faster turnaround times and lower freight costs. ALCOM manufactures 160+ standard trailer models, including cargo, personal watercraft (PWC), horse and livestock, car haulers, snowmobile, landscape and utility, ATV, and motorcycle trailers. The company customizes open and enclosed models to meet dealer and customer needs, emphasizing craftsmanship and innovation.

About the Role

The Manufacturing Production Manager oversees all production activities within the trailer manufacturing facility, focusing on leading fabrication and assembly operations to meet production goals while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. This role requires strong leadership, hands-on experience in metal fabrication and trailer assembly, and a drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage daily trailer fabrication and assembly operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and cost objectives.
• Lead and coach supervisors, team leads, and production employees to achieve operational targets.
• Ensure proper coordination between welding, fabrication, decals, and final assembly departments to maintain production flow.
• Monitor production performance metrics (output, efficiency, scrap, rework) and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Champion safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Maintain high-quality standards by ensuring work meets engineering and customer specifications.
• Drive lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement projects to increase throughput and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime and support equipment reliability.
• Partner with HR to support staffing, training, and performance management of production teams.
• Prepare and present daily/weekly production reports to senior leadership.
• Manage the employee schedule to ensure adequate labor is available to meet production targets.
• Maintain the labor rate within the established range and seek to improve efficiencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a metal fabrication or trailer manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of fabrication, welding, and assembly operations.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams to meet or exceed production targets.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/production scheduling systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing organization