Description:
The Production Manager will lead daily production activities at a large-scale electric motor repair facility with 60 employees at full capacity. This role is responsible for coordinating repair workflows, managing production supervisors and technicians, ensuring on-time delivery, maintaining quality standards, and optimizing production efficiency across all repair departments.
Key Responsibilities:
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Production Planning & Scheduling
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Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet customer delivery commitments
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Prioritize work orders based on customer requirements, motor size, complexity, and urgency
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Coordinate workflow between departments (receiving, disassembly, testing, winding, machining, assembly, final test)
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Balance workload across shifts and departments to maximize efficiency and throughput
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Communicate schedule changes and production status to customers and sales team
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Monitor work-in-progress and identify bottlenecks or delays
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Team Supervision & Leadership
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Directly supervise production supervisors/leads across multiple departments (typically 4-8 direct reports)
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Conduct daily production meetings to review priorities, safety concerns, and performance
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Assign work orders and ensure proper distribution of labor resources
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Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to repair technicians
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Train and develop staff on repair techniques, safety procedures, and quality standards
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Manage attendance, discipline, and performance issues
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Participate in hiring and onboarding of production personnel
Quality Control & Technical Standards:
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Ensure all motor repairs comply with industry standards (IEEE, NEMA, EASA guidelines)
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Review test results and approve repairs before final delivery
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Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions
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Oversee testing procedures including hi-pot, surge, resistance, vibration, and load testing
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Approve rework decisions and non-standard repair methods
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Maintain repair documentation and test records
Safety & Compliance:
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Enforce safety policies and OSHA regulations on the production floor
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Conduct safety meetings and toolbox talks
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Investigate accidents and near-misses; implement preventive measures
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Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
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Monitor handling of hazardous materials (solvents, varnish, lead paint, asbestos)
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Maintain clean and organized work areas
Performance Management:
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Track and report production metrics including throughput, on-time delivery, and cycle times
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Monitor labor efficiency and identify opportunities for improvement
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Analyze job costs and labor hours to meet profitability targets
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Implement lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste
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Conduct root cause analysis on production problems
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Materials & Resource Management:
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Coordinate with purchasing on material requirements for active jobs
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Ensure adequate inventory of bearings, windings, insulation materials, and consumables
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Approve material requisitions and substitutions
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Monitor material usage and control waste
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Coordinate with maintenance team on equipment needs and repairs
Communication & Coordination:
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Interface with estimating/sales team on job specifications and technical feasibility
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Update customers on job status, delays, or technical issues
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Coordinate with shipping/receiving on motor handling and logistics
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Report production status and issues to Operations Manager
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Participate in customer site visits for motor removal/installation when needed
Requirements:
Education & Experience:
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Associate's degree in Industrial Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent technical training and experience)
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Minimum 5-7 years in electric motor repair, rewind, or electrical manufacturing
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At least 3-5 years in supervisory or production management role
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Experience managing teams of production employees
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Background in fast-paced, job-shop manufacturing environment
Technical Expertise:
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Comprehensive knowledge of AC and DC motor repair processes
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Understanding of motor winding techniques and coil design
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Experience with motor testing equipment and procedures
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Ability to read and interpret motor nameplates, winding diagrams, and technical drawings
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Knowledge of machining operations for motor shafts, housings, and components
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Familiarity with EASA Best Practice standards (AR100)
Skills & Competencies:
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Strong leadership and team management abilities
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Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
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Effective problem-solving under time constraints
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Clear communication skills (written and verbal)
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Proficient in production planning and scheduling software
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Computer skills including ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and production tracking tools
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Ability to make sound decisions under pressure
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Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on technical skills
Preferred Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Industrial Management
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Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training
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Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
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Previous experience in customer-facing technical role
Essential Competencies:
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Technical Leadership: Ability to provide expert guidance on complex motor repairs
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Production Optimization: Drive efficiency while maintaining quality standards
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People Management: Build and develop high-performing teams
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Customer Focus: Balance quality, speed, and cost to meet customer needs
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Adaptability: Respond to changing priorities and emergency repairs
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Safety Mindset: Champion a culture of workplace safety
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to spend 70-80% of time on production floor
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Comfortable working around heavy machinery, noise, and industrial environment
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Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas
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Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
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Ability to wear required PPE including safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protection
Our Benefits!
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#1 CULTURE!!!
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Fun, Family-Oriented Work Environment!
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Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that begin on your 1st day of work!
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Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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Company Paid Life, Dependent Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
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10 Paid Holidays per year
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Vacation & Personal Time
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Employer HSA Contribution
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Company Paid Bereavement Time
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Company Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
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Gym Reimbursement
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