Production Manager

Cembrane specializes in providing advanced ceramic flat sheet membranes for water purification, utilizing innovative technology to deliver high‑quality solutions. Our mission is to establish SiC as a standard in water treatment by providing membrane filtration that is simple, durable, and economical through our Silicon Carbide (SiC) membrane technology. We have already supplied our products in more than 70 countries, and are providing clean water for millions of people.

Due to a significant increase in demand for our products, we are expanding our production capacity through substantial investments in new production equipment.

Role: Production Manager responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations at our state‑of‑the‑art factory, ensuring efficient production of SiC membrane modules.

Location: Hutto, TX facility.

Reports to: CEO of Cembrane Group.

Working hours: 6am–4pm Monday–Friday with occasional on‑call, weekend and holiday work as needed.

• Plan and organize production schedules to meet customer demands, while monitoring progress and resolving bottlenecks.
• Lead a team of production staff, conducting performance reviews, training sessions, and fostering teamwork to achieve productivity objectives.
• Manage employee schedules, time‑off and workload distribution to ensure optimal coverage.
• Foster a culture of accountability, communication and collaboration across the site.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and process improvements to enhance yield, reduce waste, and optimize resource allocation (e.g., materials, equipment, and labor).
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including routine audits and maintenance of production equipment like membrane assembly lines.
• Manage production budgets, track costs, and identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising quality or timelines.
• Collaborate with quality control, supply chain, and engineering teams to uphold product specifications.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as output, yield, and on‑time delivery.
• Contribute to innovation in production techniques.
• Handle unexpected issues, such as supply chain disruptions or equipment failures, with quick decision‑making to minimize downtime.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, business management, or a related field;
  Six Sigma certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in tech, chemical, or water treatment industries, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven track record in production planning, team leadership, and process optimization; experience with ERP software and high‑tech equipment (e.g., ceramic processing) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Familiarity with quality assurance standards (ISO 9001) and budgeting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to motivate teams and collaborate across departments.
• Knowledge of industry safety codes, lean practices, and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, on‑site factory setting.

• Benefits – all full‑time employees are eligible for Ovivo's generous benefits package that includes:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • 401k Match of 4%
  • Company paid life insurance along with company paid short and long‑term disability
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Up to 3 weeks of PTO to start (prorated based on hire date)
  • Roll over of 64 PTO hours to the following year
  • Up to 16 personal hours (prorated based on hire date)
  • Days off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day – paid by the company with no impact to PTO balance.
  • Profit sharing

About Ovivo

Ovivo is a global provider of equipment, technology, and systems producing among the purest water and treating some of the most challenging wastewater in the industry. Ovivo is a powerful global brand with renowned trademarks, possessing more than 150 years of expertise and references in water treatment, supported by its proprietary products, advanced technologies, and extensive system integration knowhow. Ovivo delivers conventional to highly technological water treatment solutions for…