Project Manager, Production Manager, Operations Manager

Job Summary

Oversee all manufacturing activities across multiple production locations, managing production operations to achieve targeted output while optimizing labor, overhead and material costs. Develop monthly and quarterly production schedules, ensure products are manufactured on time and meet strict safety and quality standards, and align inventory, shipping, and receiving functions with benchmarks and customer expectations.

• Production Oversight & Coordination
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  Manage efficiency and accuracy of production departments, employees and processes; develop and maintain daily production schedules, monitor progress of work orders, implement and monitor ERP-generated work orders, collaborate with teams to resolve material shortages or design concerns, and ensure contractual delivery dates are met.
• Process Improvement & Quality Assurance
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  Recommend equipment, procedures and process improvements; monitor work in‑process to maintain quality, review documentation for completeness and approvals, and support engineering change requests and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Staff Management & Development
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  Lead and motivate production staff, delegate assignments, train new/reassigned employees, assess team skills, and assist in hiring, training and performance evaluations.
• Materials & Equipment Management
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  Assist with material ordering, address availability concerns and inspect machinery and equipment for proper functioning, coordinating maintenance as needed.
• Reporting & Communication
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  Prepare reports and communicate department metrics, workload and project status to management.

• Maintain confidentiality of data, customer information and product specifications.
• Ensure facility cleanliness and compliance with company policies.
• Travel as needed for customer visits or trade shows.
• Enforce company regulations and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Oversee all production‑related activities across assigned locations.
• Partner with management to determine staffing needs and optimize productivity.
• Coordinate with HR to address employee issues.
• Interact with customers as necessary.

• Minimum 5 years of experience leading a process‑oriented manufacturing environment.
• Background in metal fabrication and welding; familiarity with automotive or similar products preferred.
• ERP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Entry level

Full‑time

Project Management

Manufacturing