Manager of Production

At UMC, we don’t just make products - we innovate, solve problems, and build a better future. As a proud, privately owned second-generation manufacturer, we’ve earned our reputation as leaders in our industry by producing highly complex parts with precision and ingenuity. What sets us apart? Our people. We’re a passionate team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and going above and beyond. If this sounds like your kind of workplace, keep reading!

Why UMC?

• Generous PTO: Start with 4 weeks of paid time off per year, with accrual from day one.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive base salary for day shift roles, with opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid holidays.
• 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.
• Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, onsite in Monticello, MN.

About the Role

The Manager of Production will provide overall leadership of manufacturing operations, utilizing Supervisors and individual contributors. Responsible for managing and coordinating operations, productivity, and work quality; ensuring parts and assemblies are produced efficiently, on time, within budget, and to specifications.

What you'll Do

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Manager of Production consist of but are not limited to:

Lead, Manage, and Hold Accountable

• Create clear expectations, communicate well, and ensure things get done.
• Create a work environment where people are fully engaged and highly accountable.

Production Strategy

• Implement departmental goals and objectives to attain the business objectives set by the Director of Manufacturing, making sure goals align with overall company goals.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the production activities and resources to support company goals, objectives, and profitability of operations.
• Organize and structure the production department to facilitate lean, efficient, and effective performance of business operations.

Daily Department Management

• Review and analyze production dashboard report’s daily to measure and ensure effectiveness and productivity goals are met, taking action accordingly where metrics are missed.
• Monitor and manage KPIs for manufacturing areas and support teams.
• Manage and provide direction to supervisors over manufacturing/production employees.
• Monitor & manage cost reductions, such as waste, scrap, damage, and rework.

Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate, recommend, and manage improvements to reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and sustain those improvements.
• Ensure quality standards and processes are used throughout manufacturing. Work constantly with Quality Assurance on continuous improvements and provide preventative and correction actions when problems occur.

Safety

• Support safety initiatives, policies, and procedures to ensure plant operations are safe and consistent with company and governmental standards and help reduce accidents and injuries.
• Exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety, responsible for safety awareness, while upholding and improving the culture of safety within the organization.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and take action if appropriate, before a problem occurs.
• Report potential hazards, unsafe working conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe acts, and injuries immediately.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, industrial technology, or engineering or work experience in place of education.
• 4 years supervisory experience with teams of 10 employees or greater.
• 5 years' experience with precision CNC manufacturing equipment, materials, processes, and systems in versatile manufacturing environments.
• 2 years working with lean manufacturing principles and techniques.

Competencies

• Ability to express ideas, share information, listen actively, and demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communications.
• Excellent customer interfacing skills.
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills related to materials and process technologies.
• The ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business & financial acumen.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Ability to understand, quickly react, and motivate others to adapt to the changing organization environment.
• Strong ability for calculated risk taking; independent decision maker.
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Able to use metrics to support organizational objectives and goals.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Embodies the personal commitment to the shared core values of UMC: Great People, Going Beyond, and Growing.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Dexterity with computers - the ability to type and use a mouse.
• Must be able to meet customer demand requirements for performing visual inspection and/or other product acceptance activities with or without accommodation (only for positions in which this is a requirement of the job per the customer requirement)