Production Manager

Location : Kent, WA

Duration : CTH or Direct

Pay : 115-130k

Benefits : Health insurance, 401k, sick time, etc.

The Production Manager oversees the daily manufacturing operations to ensure high-quality products are delivered on time and within budget. This role focuses on maintaining a safe work environment, meeting customer quality standards, and achieving delivery goals that exceed expectations. The Production Manager will monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to the Operations Director while driving continuous improvement across all production areas.

Key Responsibilities & Areas of Knowledge

• Lead and manage daily production operations to meet or exceed sales and delivery commitments.
• Hire, train, schedule, coach, and develop team members while maintaining accountability and high performance.
• Partner with the Supply Chain team to manage relationships with key suppliers and ensure material availability.
• Identify and resolve issues related to production, equipment, and facility operations in a timely manner.
• Continuously seek process improvements to eliminate delays and enhance operational efficiency.
• Analyze production cost drivers and implement improvements to positively impact departmental profitability.
• Track, review, and communicate key metrics such as costs, quality, and delivery performance (KPIs) to the team.
• Build and develop a culture of continuous improvement where employees are coachable, proactive, and engaged in reducing waste and inefficiencies.
• Ensure all Quality Management System (QMS) procedures are followed; identify and address gaps through updates, training, and process improvements.
• Communicate effectively with production teams regarding customer feedback and implement corrective actions to improve the customer experience.

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