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Description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Production Manager who will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our manufacturing operations. Your primary goal will be to drive production efficiency, meet production targets, maintain product quality, and ensure the safety of our workforce. You will lead and inspire your team, collaborate with cross-functional departments, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize our manufacturing processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute production plans that align with customer demand, inventory levels, and delivery schedules
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a diverse team of production supervisors, operators, and support staff. Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure that products meet or exceed quality standards. Implement and monitor quality control processes and standards to minimize defects and rework
• Efficiently allocate resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, to meet production targets while controlling costs
• Continuously improve production processes to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize throughput
• Promote and enforce safety protocols and procedures to create a safe work environment. Investigate and report accidents or incidents promptly
• Oversee inventory control processes to minimize stockouts and excess inventory while optimizing inventory turnover
• Manage and adhere to production budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing cost-control measures
• Lead and participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce lead times
• Generate regular reports on production metrics, including output, quality, and efficiency. Provide insights and recommendations for improvement
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and standards

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience as a Production Manager in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and production planning
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in using manufacturing software and systems
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Commitment to safety protocols and maintaining a safe work environment
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities

EDUCATION

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related field. 

LOCATION

• Onsite

SCHEDULE

• M-F

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high places, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and may require hearing protection in specific locations.

CADREX'S CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees 

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com. 

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.