What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at LEDdynamics?
Company: 3LED Group
- Lead daily manufacturing operations and production personnel.
- Ensure production schedules are executed safely, efficiently, and on time.
- Monitor labor utilization, throughput, and productivity.
- Drive accountability for production performance and operational standards.
- Partner with planning and operations teams to execute production schedules.
- Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and capacity constraints.
- Monitor work order status and ensure timely completion of customer orders.
- Escalate material shortages or operational risks proactively.
- Maintain quality standards and support corrective actions when required.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and delivery performance.
- Support implementation of standard work, training programs, and operational best practices.
- Coach, train, and develop production personnel and supervisors.
- Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
- Conduct performance reviews and establish clear expectations for team members.
- Work closely with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, Planning, and Quality teams.
- Support introduction of new products and process improvements.
- Participate in operational reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
- 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience.
- Experience managing production teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of scheduling, labor management, productivity improvement, and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to lead by example and build credibility with production teams.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with electronics assembly, PCB assembly, electromechanical products, lighting products, or engineered manufacturing environments preferred.
- A hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys being on the factory floor.
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Focused on execution, follow-through, and continuous improvement.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Team-oriented and capable of developing people and improving performance.
- Competitive salary.
- Performance-based bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- 401(k) with company match up to 6%.
- Paid time off and holidays.
About LEDdynamics:
Build the Future of Lighting and Photonics with 3LED Group LEDdynamics was acquired by 3LED in 2025 and is part of its group of companies. At 3LED Group, we're building a different kind of manufacturing and technology company. Our businesses span LED technology, optics, electronics, lighting systems, software, and manufacturing, serving customers across commercial, industrial, architectural, and OEM markets. Through brands including Fusion Optix, LEDdynamics, LEDSupply, Prolume Lighting, and Xico Lighting, we develop and manufacture products that help bring innovative ideas to life. What makes 3LED unique is the combination of entrepreneurial energy and long-term investment. Team members have the opportunity to make a visible impact within their local business while collaborating across a broader organization of engineers, operations leaders, product specialists, sales professionals, and manufacturing experts. Whether based at our headquarters just outside Boston or at our manufacturing operations in Randolph, Vermont, employees benefit from working within a larger platform that offers exposure to multiple technologies, products, customers, and career paths. Collaboration across locations is a core part of how we operate, creating opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute beyond a single department or facility. We are looking for people who enjoy solving problems, building systems, improving processes, supporting customers, and helping businesses grow. If you're motivated by the opportunity to create lasting impact and be part of a team that values initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.