What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at Monument Search Group?
Production Manager – Engineering Background Required (Degree or Engineering Experience Needed)
We are seeking a Production Manager with strong people leadership skills and experience in lean manufacturing. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is preferred, but applicants without a degree must have a solid engineering background to be considered.
About the Role
As our Production Manager, you will oversee daily operations for a team of about 60 employees across preprocessing, welding, and assembly. You will lead 8 team leaders and ensure production runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate production departments and team leaders
- Ensure safety, quality, output, and delivery performance
- Drive continuous improvement using lean tools (5S, KPIs, process optimization)
- Support strategic operations decisions and implement goals on the shop floor
- Coach and develop team leaders and operators
- Work with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Technical Service, and Sales on key projects
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field OR a proven engineering background
- Lean/Six Sigma knowledge
- Experience managing teams in a production, welding, or assembly environment
- Strong communication, analytical skills, and a hands-on, coaching leadership style
- Passion for continuous improvement and familiarity with tools like OEE, 5S, FMEA, and KPIs
What We Offer
- Competitive pay and a dynamic, friendly work environment
- 401K with 5% employee / 4% company contribution
- 10 vacation days 2 personal days
- 75% employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance
- Training and development opportunities