Production Manager - TX

This position is located in Katy, TX

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering. 5+ years' management experience in a high volume manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining Lean, Six Sigma, TQM, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis
• Experience working with SAP ERP software (particularly modules for manufacturing such as SAP-PP, PP-PI, QM) CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD),
• Knowledge of brazing, welding, or thermal insulation techniques.
• Experience with testing procedures for thermal systems (e.g., pressure tests, thermal cycling).
• Ability to read and interpret P& thermal schematics.
• Fluent in Mandarin

• Direct the daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met on time, within budget, and according to specific technical requirements.
• Monitor and optimize plant performance by identifying bottlenecks, reducing cycle times, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, 5S, or Six Sigma).
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of production staff, ensuring a cross-trained and high-performing team.
• Maintain a "safety-first" culture by ensuring total compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental standards, and internal corporate safety protocols.
• Oversee the preventative maintenance schedules for all factory machinery and tools to maximize uptime and extend asset life.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering and sales departments to ensure successful product launches and the rapid resolution of production-floor technical challenges.
• Enforce total compliance with established quality control protocols and SOPs, ensuring all factory output meets or exceeds internal and external specifications.
• Tracking and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), labor efficiency, and throughput for executive review.
• Synchronize with procurement and warehouse teams to align raw material availability with production schedules, ensuring zero downtime while maintaining lean inventory levels.
• Act as the lead for organizational or process changes, ensuring smooth transitions when introducing new machinery, shifts, or production methodologies.
• Perform special projects and urgent operational tasks assigned by leadership to address emerging business challenges and opportunities