Production Manager

About Us

Velocity is the country’s leading and largest builder of classic American vehicles. We’re redefining the essence of classic ownership, vehicles not just restored, but entirely reborn. Our vehicles marry the soul and aesthetic of classic cars with the performance, technology, and reliability of contemporary automobiles. We have revolutionized the classic car industry moving away from the “one-off” restoration with its many unknowns to a manufactured product with redefined reliability, enhanced performance, and drivability.

Reports To

Director of Production

About Your Role

The Production Manager oversees our Production assembly line, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. They are responsible for managing production schedules, coordinating workflow, supervising staff, and implementing improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs. The role requires strong leadership skills, technical knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes, and the ability to manage resources effectively.This is a very challenging and chaotic position that requires being able to perform under heavy pressure and stress.Velocity is constantly changing and growing for the better and this requires being adaptive and having an open mind to making these changes on the fly. This position is not for weak minded people.

Duties and Responsibilities

Production Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands and delivery deadlines.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure the availability of resources, including materials, equipment, and manpower.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to optimize efficiency.

Quality Control:

• Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure products meet specified standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of production processes and finished products to identify and address quality issues.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence of defects.

Staff Management:

• Interview, train, and supervise production staff.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to employees to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage employee schedules, workload assignments, and performance evaluations.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction within the production facility.
• Lead initiatives to implement lean manufacturing principles, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership teams to troubleshoot technical problems and implement solutions.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and promote a safe working environment for all employees.
• Investigate accidents or incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage budgets for production-related expenses, including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor spending and identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Prepare regular reports on production performance, including key metrics such as productivity, efficiency, and cost per unit.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Automotive enthusiast with knowledge in the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including assembly, machining, and quality control.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Proficiency in production planning and scheduling software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, with experience implementing safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as needed to support production operations.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to work.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or other related field preferred.
• Proven experience in automotive or aircraft manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

Physical Demands (to include but not limited to)

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computer, office equipment, telephone, etc.
• Sit for long periods of time working at a desk, boardroom table, or at a computer.
• Walk long distances across shop floor to communicate and gather information as needed.
• Must be able to navigate through various departments of the organization’s physical premises.
• Ability to lift, carry, and place items up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Occasional reaching overhead and below knees, including squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
• Ability to work in hot or cold temperatures for long periods of time.

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Fast paced, friendly team environment
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability after 60 days
• 401k plan after 6 months of employment at next enrollment period
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid week off from Christmas through New Year’s Day

Job duties, salary, and benefits are subject to change throughout duration of employment with Velocity.

Velocity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Velocity does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.