Full Job Description
As our Production Manager, you'll oversee all assembly operations and ensure our team delivers high-quality products safely, efficiently, and on time. You will:
• Lead, plan, and manage all assembly activities with a focus on cost-effective operations
• Align team goals with Caljan's strategic objectives and foster a culture of recognition and accountability
• Champion a proactive safety culture; coordinate internal/external audits and incident investigations
• Oversee staffing needs, performance evaluations, coaching, development, and corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement using LEAN, 5S, and best-practice manufacturing principles
• Manage production planning, scheduling, and workload distribution
• Use our ERP system to track labor, costs, efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed at every stage of assembly
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve technical issues
• Prepare BOMs, routings, production orders, and complete production order packages
• Coordinate with purchasing and logistics on machine and parts deliveries
• Lead departmental meetings and contribute to broader production and strategic discussions
• Chair the Safety Committee and oversee emergency management procedures
• Support annual budgeting, year-end inventory, and monthly KPI reporting
• Provide regular updates to the Managing Director
• Perform other duties as needed to support a high-growth environment
Essential Experience and Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or factory environment
• Strong background in assembly processes and fabrication
• Experience in machine building and production procedures
• Knowledge of LEAN, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Ability to lead teams through growth and change
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
We Offer
We offer a supportive environment where your leadership truly matters.
Our benefits include:
• Work life balance (only one shift to manage)
• Competitive salary
• 401(k) with matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
Department Production Locations Caljan Inc. (US)