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Production Manager
Santa Ana, CA (Onsite)
A growing precision manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead daily operations at its Santa Ana facility.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a smaller, fast-paced environment and enjoys building structure, improving processes, and leading from the front.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Organize and manage daily and weekly production targets
- Ensure jobs are completed on time and meet delivery commitments
- Balance workload across a small, dynamic team
Team Leadership
- Supervise operators, machinists, and support staff
- Train and develop team members while building a strong, accountable culture
- Manage performance, attendance, and overall team morale
Quality Oversight
- Ensure products consistently meet required standards
- Identify defects and drive root cause resolution
- Maintain quality across all stages of production
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste
- Implement lean practices in a practical, hands-on way
- Optimize workflows within a small-team environment
Inventory & Materials
- Ensure materials are available to meet production needs
- Partner with purchasing to avoid shortages or excess inventory
Equipment & Maintenance
- Keep machines running efficiently
- Coordinate preventative maintenance
- Troubleshoot issues quickly to minimize downtime
What We’re Looking For
- Experience managing production in a machining or manufacturing environment
- Proven ability to address and reduce production backlogs
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on building team culture
- Hands-on mindset — comfortable stepping in on the floor when needed
- CNC machining experience or background highly preferred
- Problem-solver who can operate effectively in a growing, evolving environment
Why This Role
- Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing operation
- High visibility with leadership
- Ability to shape processes, team structure, and production flow
If you’re someone who likes to fix problems, build teams, and drive results, this is a great opportunity to step into a role where your impact will be immediate.
Salary : $75,000 - $115,000