Production Manager; 2nd Shift

Brief Description

Hayden Industrial is seeking an experienced and results-driven

Hayden Industrial is seeking an experienced and results-driven Production Manager to oversee and optimize manufacturing operations for our facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This role is critical to ensure efficient production processes, maintaining high-quality standards, and meeting project timelines. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and experience in the HVAC or heat exchanger industries.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Enforce workplace safety regulations and maintain a safe production environment.
• Conduct regular safety audits and provide necessary training to staff.

• Plan, coordinate, and control all aspects of production to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
• Manage the production schedule to meet customer demands and project deadlines while optimizing resource utilization.
• Own cost control by monitoring labor, material usage, and overheads; implement initiatives to improve margins and reduce waste.

• Lead, train, and motivate production staff, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor employee performance, provide regular feedback, and implement development plans as needed.

• Ensure all products meet company quality standards and industry specifications.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to identify and address defects or process inefficiencies.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions, implementing Lean or Six Sigma methodologies as appropriate.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to maintain or improve efficiency.

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure all machinery operates at peak efficiency.

• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and sales teams to align production capabilities with business needs.
• Act as the primary liaison between production and other departments to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.
• Interface directly with customers as needed to provide technical updates, resolve production-related issues, and support relationship building.

• Develop and manage the production budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Analyze production costs and recommend strategies to improve profitability.

Hayden Industrial has determined this position involves safety-sensitive job duties and will be considered a safety-sensitive position for purpose of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act (“The Unity Bill.”) effective August 29th, 2019.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a production management role, preferably within the HVAC or heat exchanger industry.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of air-cooled heat exchanger manufacturing processes and materials.
  • Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision‑making skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment. When in the manufacturing facility, all employees are required to wear personal protective equipment to include/hearing protection, and safety glasses with side shields, and OSHA compliant safety boots/shoes.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this…