Production Manager - Sheet Metal Fabrication

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems, concentrating on sophisticated, state‑of‑the‑art relay and control panels, medium voltage switch gear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/E‑Houses). We specialize in customized, turn‑key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution. Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world.

Through hands‑on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

Location:

Dallas, TX. Reports to Director of Operations.

• Guide department activities to support design of new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and help on test procedures.
• Explore technology trends and market demand to plan projects.
• Collaborate with management, production, and marketing staff to resolve manufacturing feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products.
• Forecast operating costs of department and direct preparation of budget requests.
• Partner with team and management in the development of the strategic plan and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the function.
• Review and establish material, equipment, and manpower resource requirements.
• Prioritize production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply to meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate production activities with other functional groups such as planning and distribution.
• Select and develop personnel to ensure efficient operation of the production function.
• Accountable for controlling manufacturing operation and ensuring that production quality and cost targets are met.
• Work in extremely complex problems where research of situations or data from evaluation of intangible factors is required.
• Review budgets and schedules required by management.
• Regulate relations with executives and/or major customers to maintain those relationships.
• Resolve controversial situations, customer negotiations, or influence and persuade management levels to achieve plant objectives.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience plus 5 years of operations experience.
• Experience leading multiple shifts.
• Driving lean initiative as TPM and SUR.
• Proven record of escalating responsibilities in fabrication operations.
• Experience in managing powder line with multiple colors.
• Managed AMADA equipment (Laser, EMK, PEGA) and press brakes.
• Experience using DMM system in fabrication.
• Demonstrates detailed expertise in a very complex functional/technical area or broad breadth of knowledge in multiple areas; understands the strategic impact of the function across sites.
• Demonstrates advanced people and/or process management skills as well as customer (external and internal) relationship skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of multiple functional technologies/processes, industries or functions and understanding of interdependencies at the site.
• Demonstrates expert functional, technical, and people/process management skills as well as customer (external and internal) relationship skills.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of the function and a thorough understanding of Flex and related business.

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Crown Technical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process.

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