Premier Pump & Power is a family-owned manufacturer of industrial pumps and energy solutions. We specialize in large, custom, portable pump packages, and our products are renowned for their performance, serviceability and built-in quality. We proudly serve thousands of customers from our global headquarters in Vancouver, Washington and our new manufacturing factory in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to organize and oversee the full-cycle manufacturing of pump packages onsite in Spring, Texas. You will manage the smooth operation of all assembly and fabrication production lines and be accountable for the results and output of the plant. You will foster and instill a thoughtful understanding of manufacturing procedures in the production staff. You will build an organized and productive manufacturing process and team that meets production targets and exceeds customer expectations.

You will report to the Operations Manager.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

Responsibilities• Lead a team of 20 employees across multiple departments including Assembly and Fabrication
• Manage full cycle manufacturing of industrial portable pump packages from raw steel to high quality finished products.
• Accountable for the production performance of the plant and meet weekly production targets set by the Operations Manager
• Understand and teach employees each step of the manufacturing process, including welding, painting, diesel engine assembly, wiring and troubleshooting.
• Communicate daily with executive staff regarding issues affecting production in the assembly department.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures and training guides that improve throughput and efficiency without compromising safety or quality.
• Work with the Materials and Purchasing departments to ensure production teams have the necessary parts and raw materials staged on time to meet delivery targets.
• Enforce all safety and health standards to ensure the workforce stays accident-free.

Qualifications• 10 years of production manufacturing experience
• 5 years management experience in a manufacturing environment with multiple supervisor-level direct reports.
• Bachelor's degree in applied science, manufacturing, engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience leading steel fabrication and industrial manufacturing teams.
• Knowledge of centrifugal pumps, diesel engines, engine and trailer wiring, welding, painting, and quality control standards of excellence.
• Experience establishing a reporting hierarchy, managing and coaching direct supervisors and leads across a growing production team.
• Experience defining, reporting on and speaking to daily and weekly production performance metrics.
• Experience working with, informing and bridging gaps between departments (Engineering, Materials, Human Resources, Scheduling)
• Willing to share and receive important criticism and direction directly, openly and honestly.

Benefits• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)- company matches up to 4% of employee contributions
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

CompensationThe range of our base salary cash compensation for this role for candidates living in Spring, Texas is between $75,000– $88,000. Final offers are determined using multiple factors including experience and level of expertise. #LI-Onsite

AccommodationEmployees must be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Close vision is required for this job. While performing the responsibilities of this job, employees are required to speak and understand English, stand and sit, and use their fingers and thumbs. Employees are frequently required to reach with their hands and arms and are occasionally required to kneel or stoop.
While working in the factory, performing inspections and troubleshooting equipment, employees may be asked to work under varying weather conditions, operate heavy machinery and tolerate moderate noise levels.

It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Premier Pump & Power makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled employees and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law, including Washington State's Fair Chance Act relating to an applicant's criminal history.