Production Manager

Production Manager

IdentiFire Safety | West Palm Beach, FL
On-Site Position | 32 Hours Per Week
Monday–Thursday | Working hours between 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Starting Pay: $20–$25/hour, based on experience and qualifications

IdentiFire Safety is looking for a dependable, organized, and motivated Production Manager to join our team. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who can manage people, keep production moving efficiently, solve problems, and take ownership of day-to-day operations.

We are looking for someone who doesn't need to be constantly directed. The right person will be a self-starter who can identify what needs to be done, prioritize effectively, troubleshoot problems, and help improve our production processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations and workflow
• Lead, support, and hold production team members accountable
• Ensure orders are completed accurately and on schedule
• Prioritize production based on deadlines and business needs
• Monitor quality and address production issues as they arise
• Investigate recurring errors and identify the root cause instead of relying on temporary fixes
• Use problem-solving and root-cause analysis methods such as the 5 Whys and Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagrams
• Develop and implement solutions to help prevent repeated production errors
• Learn and effectively use our production and order management systems
• Coordinate with office and sales staff to keep orders moving efficiently
• Maintain an organized and productive work environment
• Help train and develop production employees
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, organization, quality, and processes
• Assist with inventory and production material management
• Take ownership of problems and follow them through to resolution

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a production or manufacturing environment
• Comfortable learning and using technology and computer-based systems
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Dependable and punctual
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lead people professionally and hold team members accountable
• Ability to recognize recurring problems, determine why they are happening, and develop practical solutions

Preferred Qualifications

Priority consideration will be given to candidates with:

• Previous management or supervisory experience in a production environment
• A degree or education in a related field
• Experience with Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles
• Familiarity with root-cause analysis tools such as the 5 Whys and Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagrams
• Experience improving production processes, quality, or workflow
• Experience managing and training employees

Requirements to Be Considered for an Interview

To be considered for an interview, applicants must:

• Submit an up-to-date resume
• Submit an application or email stating their intent to apply for the Production Manager position
• Follow all application instructions provided in the job posting
• Be available for our interview process

Applicants who do not follow the application instructions will not be considered for an interview.

Interview Process

Our interview process is designed to evaluate leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and how candidates handle real-world production situations.

Candidates should expect a minimum of two scenario-based panel interviews.

Punctuality and communication are important requirements of this position. Candidates who arrive late to a scheduled interview without prior communication or who are a no-call/no-show will not be considered further.

Schedule

This is an on-site position and is not available remotely.

• Monday–Thursday
• 32 hours per week
• Working hours will fall between 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM

Candidates must have reliable transportation and be able to consistently report to work on time.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting pay is generally $20–$25 per hour and will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the position.

PTO and benefits are available after 90 days of employment.

About IdentiFire Safety

IdentiFire Safety specializes in reflective and glow-in-the-dark identification and accountability products for firefighters and first responders. We are a growing company looking for someone who wants to become an important part of our team and contribute to the continued growth and improvement of our production operations.