MSI Defense Solutions was founded with one goal in mind – to transfer our 300 plus years of contemporary motorsports experience to military vehicles and systems in the form of components, technology, and processes. Our employees have enjoyed success at the highest levels of racing and vehicle design, testing, and development. Along the way, they have accumulated countless years of experience in off-road racing, motorcycle and motocross racing, NASCAR, Formula 1 and premium road car development. MSI produces some of the most technologically advanced, highest performance vehicle and integration systems for use on land, air, and water. It’s the collaborative expertise and shared technologies that allow MSI to design the right part, the first time, for your mission.

The Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of shop resources. This includes but is not limited to planning production schedules, addressing personnel issues, initiating and reviewing projects, as well as general shop upkeep. It is the Production Manager’s responsibility to modify and adapt the shop and schedule to ensure that the production process is carried out within budget and on time. The Production Manager will report to the Chief Operating Officer.

Responsibilities

• Support and drive a culture of Safety, continuous improvement and employee development.

• Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements.

• Develop an annual Production Department budget at the beginning of each calendar year.

o Includes reviewing shop maintenance, procuring new equipment and labor projections.

• Responsible for hiring Vehicle Assembly Mechanics, Fabricator/Welders and Mechanical Assemblers.

• Supervise and evaluate performance of all Production personnel, including Mechanics, Fabricators, Shock Assembly Technicians, Production Coordinators, etc.

• Undertake continuous training and development of department employees.

• Organize workflow to meet specifications and deadlines.

• Implement and Maintain a Production Schedule and Capacity Plan.

• Assign and oversee all production projects.

• Responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping.

• Approve facility maintenance work, purchasing of equipment, etc.

• Work as part of the management team to share ideas and improve operations.

Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, operations management, or a related field.

• Proven experience in production management (5 years), preferably in a Defense manufacturing

environment.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and experience implementing improvement

initiatives.

• Strong familiarity with production planning and scheduling software, ERP systems, and other relevant tools.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Proven track record of achieving production targets and driving operational excellence.

• Experience in reporting on key production metrics.

• Knowledge of mechanical systems, engineering drawings, industry workings

• Working knowledge of business financials

• ISO 9000 (and/or other certification experience) would be highly advantageous.

Benefits

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

• The chance to make a significant impact on the success of the company's manufacturing

operations.

• 401(k) with employer match

• Dental Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Health Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Paid Parental and Maternity Leave

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off – 3 weeks per year to start (prorated in first year of employment)

• Continuing Education

• Annual Year End Paid Holiday Closure

Physical Demands

Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching, routinely lifting, and carrying parts and equipment 15-50 pounds.

Classification

Position is full-time, Exempt

Position requires full time work week spent in the shop/office. Normal hours are Monday – Thursday

7:00am-4:30pm, and Friday 7:00am -12:00pm. (Must be flexible to work additional hours as needed based on project requirements and deadlines).

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person