Shop Production Manager

Our client is currently seeking a hands on Production Manager to lead daily operations within a fast-paced metal fabrication manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for driving production performance, supervising shop personnel, ensuring quality and safety standards, and meeting customer delivery requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience managing a fabrication floor and a strong understanding of laser cutting, brake press operations, welding, machining, and assembly processes. This job will have the following responsibilities: • Lead daily manufacturing operations across the production floor • Manage production schedules, workflow, and labor resources • Supervise and develop production employees and department leads • Drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery performance • Coordinate activities between fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly departments • Monitor production metrics and identify opportunities for improvement • Ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on schedule • Partner with leadership to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability • Support hiring, training, coaching, and performance management initiatives Qualifications & Requirements: • 5+ years of Production Management, Manufacturing Management, or Shop Management experience • Strong background in metal fabrication manufacturing • Experience with: • Laser Cutting • Fiber Laser Operations • Brake Press Equipment • Welding & Fabrication • CNC Machining • Assembly Operations • Experience leading production teams in a manufacturing environment • Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a job shop environment • Strong communication and leadership skills • Continuous improvement mindset Preferred Qualifications • Custom fabrication or job shop manufacturing experience • Experience managing multiple departments or shifts • Knowledge of production planning and scheduling • Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement experience Great opportunity to join an amazing organization and grow with in the future! Solid benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, matching 401k and more! #JDP