Production Manager

Onsite Travel: 5%

About the Role

The Production Manager is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations across multiple production lines in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. This role oversees 5 – 7 direct reports and approximately 200 production technicians, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are consistently achieved. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who excels at building strong teams, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining operational excellence in a growing manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors and leads overseeing approximately 200 production technicians.
• Manage daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Implement and sustain lean manufacturing practices, including 5S, visual management, and standard work.
• Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to meet production goals and resolve issues.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, yield, labor efficiency, and on‑time delivery.
• Develop and execute staffing, training, and cross‑training plans to support growth and flexibility.
• Drive a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement across all production teams.
• Manage budgets, production schedules, and capacity planning in alignment with company objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and quality management systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including at least 3 years in a production management role.
• Proven experience managing large teams (100+ employees) in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, process improvement, and root cause analysis tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and production scheduling tools.
• Availability to work extended hours and weekends to meet business needs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, safety procedures, equipment manuals, and hazard communications in English.
• Clear verbal communication in English is required to ensure safe operations in an active manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience in power systems, energy products, or electromechanical assembly manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to navigate the warehouse and reach items both high and low.
• Prolonged periods standing on the manufacturing floor and sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and work at heights for extended periods.
• Vision correctable to 20/20 and ability to wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, boots, gloves, etc.).
• Duties are performed in a loud production setting subject to extreme temperatures; some duties may be required outdoors.

Work Environment

Work may occur in various settings at Maverick Power facilities, including offices, multiple shops, commercial buildings, and manufacturing floors. Employees may maintain the same position or posture while performing tasks and may sit for prolonged periods.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus potential.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• High‑growth organization with advancement opportunities.
• Diverse, collaborative, and fun work environment.