Production Manager

About the role

The Production Manager ensures Lift Solutions delivers on its commitments: precision, reliable, engineered solutions, specific for each customer’s needs in the New Equipment Business. This role owns planning and execution through installation — driving operational excellence through safety, quality, operational discipline, efficiency and flow on the shop floor — while developing a team of technicians into a high-performing, accountable unit. Success means customers always receive on-time, flawless products; employees take pride in their craftsmanship; and operations continuously improve in alignment with Lift Solutions’ strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations to ensure targets for safety, quality, cost, and production are met
• Plan and execute all fabrication, assembly, and install operations
• Champion a Safety-First culture across all operations
• Lead, mentor, and coach Supervisors and Team Leads to build and sustain high-performing teams
• Provide effective training and onboarding to employees to develop strong technical skills and flexibility within the workforce
• Drive high quality, product consistency, reduce defects, and improve overall quality through robust systems and standards
• Champion continuous improvement efforts to improve material flow, manufacturing efficiency, and exceed delivery commitments
• Partner with project managers, purchasing, estimating, and other Lift Solutions plants to set up a solid plan for success and execute flawlessly
• Monitor and analyze capacity across all resources and proactively level load work, develop plans to remove constraints and manage the overall plan to protect customer commitment dates
• Manage operational targets and KPIs and ensure all team members are working towards business goals
• Communicate performance, challenges, and strategic plans to senior leadership and cross-functional teams and escalate when identifying roadblocks
• Accountable for inventory utilization, management, and control
• Play an active and significant role in the S&OP process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years as a Production Supervisor or Manager in a Manufacturing Environment
• 2+ years experience in a Make-to-Order, Engineered-to-Order business
• Demonstrated Experience of production planning, Safety Excellence, and quality control principles
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Daily Management, Kaizen, 5S, Tier meetings, problem-solving, and gemba walks
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong financial management and analytical skills
• Familiarity with manufacturing software (e.g., ERP, MRP systems)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of ISO standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift 35-50 lbs as needed
• Work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise and variable temperatures