Production Manager

Summary

The Production Manager oversees the production operations to ensure that manufacturing remains smooth and efficient by managing the assembly supervisor and organizing workflows. Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures and that standard operating procedures are followed. Implement and enforce quality and control standards to meet quality objectives. Prepare and maintain production reports. Attendance at a variety of management meetings is required. The goal is to ensure that we consistently maintain a safe work environment to maximum quality, and in a timely manner.

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Associate's Degree (Preferred)
  
  

Experience Requirements

• 3-5 year of manufacturing or production with continued increase in responsibility
• 1+ managing hourly employees
• 5S and Lean Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement
  
  

SOFTWARE

• Paychex
• DEAR
• Monday
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel)
  
  

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personnel services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Knowledge of leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for selection and training
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation, labor relations, and personnel information systems
• Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and workplace terminology.
• Knowledge of electronic equipment/components, and computer software, including applications
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of signage.
  
  

Required Abilities

• Act independently
• Analyze situations
• Attend to details
• Communicate verbally
• Communicate in writing
• Concentrate
• Empathize
• Identify problems
• Initiate
• Manage pressure
• Motivate self and others
• Multi-task
• Organize
• Problem-solve
• Think creatively
  
  

Required Skills

• Actively listen to fully understand circumstances
• Collaborate with others to maximize innovation and effectiveness
• Communicate ideas, thoughts, knowledge, and information to foster clarity and engage others
• Consider multiple costs and benefits when problem solving to arrive at most effective decision
• Focus on details to reduce errors and increase efficiency
• Manage time effectively to ensure all work is completed timely and effectively
• Organize work to maximize productivity
• Plan work projects to ensure efficiency
• Resolve conflicts to facilitate goal achievement
• Use empathy to understand the point of view of others
• Respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints
• Resolve issues using conflict management skills
• Manage multiple priorities and demands within established requirements
• Exercise tact, discretion, and diplomacy
  
  

REPORTS TO

• VP of Manufacturing, North America
  
  

DIRECT REPORTS

• Assembly Supervisors
• Production Scheduler
• Production Assistant
• Maintenance Supervisor
  
  

Essential Job Functions

• Determine and implement improvements to the production process
• Select or modify components according to measurements and specifications
• Routinely check output to ensure highest quality
• Make decisions about equipment use and maintenance.
• Prepare and maintain production reports
• Prepare and lead production meetings and cross-functional team meetings
• Resolve on issues, malfunction or defective parts
• Review and adjust the schedule to maintain on-time delivery metrics
• Address personnel questions and concerns from Assembly supervisors
• Monitors assembly process and implements cost reductions
• Manages a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
• Oversee production planning and establishes priorities
• Contributes to documenting data in record keeping systems to help company track specific KPI's
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all equipment and tools
• Resolves personnel problems by analyzing data, investigating issues, identifying solutions and recommending action
• Responsible to secure plant at end of shift
• Special projects as assigned
• Routine and regular attendance at expected location
  
  

Supplemental Functions

• Participate in the Safety Committee
• All other duties assigned
  
  

EQUIPMENT

• Computer
• Hand Tools
  
  

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND DEMANDS

• This position is active at times and requires routine movement through the Wixom facility
• Prolonged times in a seated position
• The employee may lift items over 35 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Indoor environment

What We Offer

• A collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces inclusivity, diversity, growth, and community connection.
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, generous paid time off policy, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, and more!
• Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities
  
  

Who Are We

Firebolt is a global manufacturer and brand illumination partner helping light up iconic brands through captivating smart signs and sensing platforms. We've grown exponentially since our founding in 1997 and we're proud to have nearly 100 'Ignitors' that support our clients across the globe. Firebolt is an ISO 14001:2015 manufacturer that achieves performance goals by leveraging its dynamic engineering, production, and logistics talent and capabilities while maximizing its facilities in the USA, UK, and China. From custom, edge-lit LED signage and innovative point-of-sale displays to event data capture and journey analytics, Firebolt delivers brand extension solutions at scale with unmatched quality and precision.

What makes Firebolt a great place to work?

Our Teams Are Composed Of Individuals From Different Geographies, Cultures, Religions, Ethnicities, Races, Genders, Sexual Orientations, Abilities, And Generations. We Ground Ourselves Through These Brand Tenets

• Invention & Excellence
• We carry forth a 'no boundaries/no barriers' mindset on every solutions sprint.
• Inclusivity & Equality
• We create stages and pathways for all voices to be equalized, expressed, and elevated.
• Nature & Well-Being
• We respect, preserve and conserve the precious natural resources all around us.
  
  

Firebolt Ignitors stand proudly on this bedrock of beliefs. These tenets drive our behaviors, inside and outside of our offices.

Firebolt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Firebolt Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Firebolt Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

Additional Details

• M-F; occasional weekends during busy season
• $72k-$78k