Job Summary: The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for overseeing all production activities to maximize profit contributions while ensuring alignment with company goals. This role requires strong interpersonal, managerial, organizational, and computer skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels.
Supervisory Responsibilities:• Direct oversight of Production Team Leads and Supervisors
Key Responsibilities:- Provide hands-on leadership in daily operations, ensuring timely and error-free order production
- Oversee production planning, staffing, and scheduling, driving motivation in a deadline-driven environment
- Hire, train, supervise, mentor, and discipline department supervisors to support team performance
- Debug operational challenges and proactively resolve production issues
- Develop and mentor production supervisors, leads and hourly employees
- Implement workplace safety protocols, training, and compliance with regulatory standards
- Support preventive maintenance efforts to ensure optimal equipment functionality
- Identify and recommend efficiency improvements to minimize waste (Rework, Scrap, Returns, etc.)
- Drive improvements in on-time delivery performance, labor efficiency and cost reduction
- Ensure job assignments align with company capabilities and production strengths
- Oversee facility organization (5S) and Lean Manufacturing practices
- Report workplace injuries and unsafe conditions to regulatory agencies
- Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with AS9100D policies and procedures
- Provide customer service support and travel to customer sites as needed
- Maintain expert knowledge of Viper Northwest's capabilities and processes
- Perform additional duties as required or directed
Required Skills & Qualifications:- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service abilities
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proven time management capabilities in high-pressure environments
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership in supervisory roles, including mentorship and coaching
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software
- Ability to multi-task effectively and adapt to dynamic production schedules
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication across all levels of personnel
Education & Experience:- Bachelor's Degree and/or four (4) years of equivalent experience as a Manufacturing Manager in a manufacturing industry
Physical Requirements:- Prolonged periods of sitting while working on a computer
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds as required
