Advanced Manufacturing Manager
Salary: $100K
About the Company:
Our client is a premier manufacturer of high-end custom aluminum windows and doors, specializing in engineer-to-order (ETO) and order-to-build (OTB) solutions. Our dynamic production environment demands a creative and strategic leader who can optimize efficiency while accommodating the unique challenges of custom-engineered projects.
They are seeking an Adaptive Production Manager with a strong background in fenestration manufacturing and milling techniques to lead our multi-shift production operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on, results-driven leader who thrives in a high-variation manufacturing environment.
**Please note: Only considering candidates who live within a reasonable commuting distance to Paramount, CA, as on-site leadership and responsiveness are essential to the success of this role.**
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Lead and manage a team of 20+ employees in the manufacturing of luxury window and door systems.
- Oversee engineer to-order (ETO) and order-to-build (OTB) manufacturing processes, ensuring smooth operations despite product variations.
- Maintain on time delivery and quality targets while optimizing production schedules for high-rate output.
- Establish strong safety practices, ensuring an injury free workplace and maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Capacity planning of equipment, tooling, and personnel to ensure production efficiency.
- Analyze shop drawings and work instructions, making recommendations for manufacturability improvements including outsourced manufacturing processes.
- Apply lean manufacturing principles, efficiency methods, and Six Sigma tools to enhance workflow and reduce waste.
- Identify and implement automation opportunities where applicable to improve labor efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with AAMA and NFRC procedures and certifications.
- Maintain facility, tools, and machines in an orderly and optimized state, ensuring preventive maintenance and upgrades.
- Use quality metrics and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement in product quality.
- Implement corrective actions to address quality issues and enhance process reliability.
- Drive cost reduction efforts by improving labor efficiency, optimizing material use, and enhancing design for manufacturability.
- Monitor labor hours, overtime, and staffing levels, implementing improvement plans as needed.
- Assess, hire, and develop a skilled production workforce, ensuring the right expertise is in place.Work closely with engineering, R&D, and supply chain teams to resolve production challenges and refine processes.
- Identify training gaps and collaborate with manufacturing engineering to enhance onboarding and advanced training programs.
- Foster a collaborative culture, ensuring effective communication between production technicians, engineers, and senior leadership.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:- Must reside within a commutable distance to Paramount, CA.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related).
- Minimum of 7 years in production or operations management, preferably in fenestration or custom engineered manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with CNC machining, milling techniques, and aluminum fabrication.
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies.
- Strong understanding of custom fabrication, production scheduling, and resource planning.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and follow blueprints, shop drawings, and mechanical plans
- Experienced in fenestration production.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:- Proven success in leading teams in a high mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot and optimize machining, fabrication, and assembly processes.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt to evolving production demands.
- Effective communication and collaboration across all levels of an organization, from shop floor workers to executives.
- Experience in luxury fenestration and door systems production preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred to effectively communicate with diverse production teams.
- Experience in bringing teams and processes from development to production is desirable.
- Able to adapt to changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment.
- Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred to effectively communicate with diverse production teams.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted.
- Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed. Up to 10% of travel.
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