Manager, Production

Simpson Strong‑Tie is a leading manufacturer of engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. Our mission is to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

The Manager, Production oversees all operations in the automatics department, driving performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost across Fabrication, Weld, SSW, and SSL product families.

• Develop and execute short‑to‑medium term production plans in a fast‑paced environment.
• Lead manufacturing operations, including raw material management to finished‑goods shipment, and direct department supervisors.
• Ensure daily KPI compliance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost; take corrective action when needed.
• Collaborate with Production Planning and Scheduling to adjust labor and equipment allocation.
• Own the department’s Value Stream Map(s) and champion continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop, analyze, and present safety, quality, delivery, and cost reports.
• Conduct process audits, Kaizen events, and implement corrective actions to eliminate deviations.
• Manage staff activities: assignments, training, vacations, overtime, absenteeism, temporary employment.
• Design and maintain a comprehensive training roadmap for new and existing employees.
• Provide leadership and performance management: set expectations, give feedback, coach, and address underperformance.
• Drive skill advancement and cross‑training initiatives across value streams.
• Document and standardize critical operational knowledge and best practices.
• Investigate incidents related to safety, attendance, and process deviations; administer progressive discipline when appropriate.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 10 years in a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years leading high‑performing teams.
• Experience executing a lean vision and journey (≥2 years).
• ERP/MRP systems experience (SAP preferred).
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and cost management.
• Strong data analysis and business judgment skills.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EEE applications.
• Lean manufacturing expertise (Kaizen, JIT, Kanban, etc.).

• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Experience with OEE software and performance metrics.
• Mathematical competency for analysis and decision making.
• Comfortable with leadership in a multi‑disciplinary environment.

Job requires frequent sitting, speaking, and hearing; occasional walking or standing. May require pushing or lifting up to 25 lbs. Work is conducted in a professional office environment with standard office equipment.

Full‑time, exempt position located in Riverside, CA. Travel up to 10% domestic. Relocation is not available.

Annual salary: $91,200 – $118,500. Quarterly bonuses or commission may apply. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase, mandatory mandatory etc. For details, view the benefit plan at

Simpson Strong‑Tie is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check in accordance with applicable laws.