Assistant Production Manager (2nd Shift)

DescriptionAssistant Production Manager Job Duties and Responsibilities:Efficiency, Budgeting, Maintenance, Scheduling, Compliance, & StaffingEfficiency Help create and revise systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and personnel requirements, implementing change. Developing workflow policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality Administer all work according to company policies and recommend strategies to improve processes. Communicating regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production Ensuring real-time data availability in ERP system. Provides manufacturing information to management by compiling, initiating, and sorting, production performance records and data. Administer productivity goals for each manufacturing team set by management Establish a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations Implement corrective action for the variance in productivity as well as QC non-conformance once the root cause has been identified Evaluate and reporting machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime Budgeting Maintain all department budgets and analyze all variances for the same as set forth by the Plant Manager. Seek authorization by management for any overtime, outside repair cost, expenses on account of buying new equipment, spares, and consumables after analyzing the financial justification of the cost. Maintenance Coordinate with equipment and process teams (Manufacturing Engineering) and ensure compliance with all protocols and maintain product quality. Work with Maintenance Manager to prepare maintenance schedule to ensure increased uptime of the equipment and production processes. Scheduling Assist with managing and prioritizing all production processes and implementing all production plans with the Scheduler, Finishing Manager and Plant Manager. Meet the customer commitment by fulfilling the work schedule within the planned timeframe. Compliance Ensure compliance with all best practices to achieve all production objectives and provide appropriate feedback to all employees. Provide support to both the EHS and Plant Manager to ensure compliance with workplace policies are being followed according to safety objectives, and verify all environmental, health, and safety standards are met to keep the organization accident-free. Staffing Motivate, support, and provide guidance to production staff Maintain staff by orienting, training employees, and developing personal growth opportunities. Provide staffing data to management daily for efficient compliance to production schedules and budget in all production processes. Prepare vacation schedule for all employees and ensure no effect on production. Maintain, manage, and produce a mechanism to record all data related to attendance and provide effective training to all staff members. Handle personnel issues with employees and HR when needed RequirementsEducation/Experience Required: At least 3-5 years of experience as a machine shop production supervisor Knowledge, Skills, CertificationRequired: Proven experience as Supervisor or Manager. Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach. Must have strong technical abilities and knowledge to evaluate and improve the operations of various machinery and tools Impressive leadership skills to motivate and guide the production team to complete tasks efficiently Should hold exceptional time-management and organizational qualities to ensure all responsibilities are completed on time Should have effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills to brainstorm quick and logical solutions. Proficient in MS Office and ERP software Preferred: Working knowledge of CNC machines Lean Manufacturing and 6s A solid understanding of the Materials function (purchasing, planning/scheduling, MRP, supplier management, etc.) Physical demands The ability to sit or walk for extended periods of time Work Environment Outdoor production shop environment / some office work environment

Created: 2026-03-04