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Production Manager
Location: Ventura, CA
Department: Production
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Director of Operations
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations and lead Production Supervisors in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing production schedules, staffing, productivity, workflow, and quality compliance while ensuring manufacturing goals and operational requirements are met.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, hands-on manufacturing management experience, and the ability to improve production efficiency while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily production operations through Production Supervisors to ensure schedules, priorities, and quality standards are met.
- Monitor production output, labor utilization, staffing, overtime, and overall department performance.
- Directly supervise, coach, and evaluate Production Supervisors.
- Manage employee scheduling, attendance, performance evaluations, training, and disciplinary matters.
- Coordinate with Purchasing, Warehouse, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing Engineering to resolve production issues.
- Identify and implement approved improvements to production processes, workflow, efficiency, and productivity.
- Ensure manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and quality requirements are consistently followed.
- Support implementation of production systems, ERP software, and employee training.
- Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and safety procedures.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Associate's degree or equivalent, with 2-4 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Required experience supervising employees in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage personnel, coordinate production activities, and maintain accountability.
- Experience managing or coaching Production Supervisors preferred.
- Medical Device and/or Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience highly desirable.
- Knowledge of FDA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 13485 quality standards preferred.
- Experience with silicone processing or silicone device manufacturing is a plus.
- Forklift certification required or ability to maintain certification.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
- Ability to learn and operate ERP and production management software.
- Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings, schematics, procedures, and work instructions.
- Ability to work in a regulated manufacturing environment, including cleanroom and laboratory settings.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs. occasionally.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work on the production floor as needed.
- Work in a combination of office, cleanroom, and laboratory environments.
- Exposure to manufacturing equipment, moving machinery, controlled chemicals, and low-level noise.
- Must follow required PPE, safety procedures, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
Why Join This Opportunity?
This is an excellent opportunity for a manufacturing leader who enjoys managing teams, improving production operations, and maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
Apply today to be considered for this Production Manager opportunity in Ventura, CA!
