Fabrication Operations Manager Jobs in Minnesota

JOIN THE ROSENBAUER TEAM
At Rosenbauer, our culture is rooted in integrity, teamwork, community, and an unwavering commitment to safety and excellence. We value people first, creating a workplace where employees are supported, respected, and empowered to grow. If you're inspired by meaningful work, motivated by shared goals, and driven by a passion to make a real difference, you'll find a place to thrive here.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Production Manager - Metal Fabrication is responsible for leading the workflow, output, and execution of the Metal Fabrication process to ensure production goals, quality standards, and delivery commitments are achieved. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives, promotes a culture focused on safety and quality, and develops team members through coaching, engagement, and performance management. The Production Manager - Metal Fabrication works cross-functionally to resolve production issues, optimize resources, and provide timely updates on project and production status while ensuring operational excellence throughout the fabrication process.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
All employees are required to support Rosenbauer's Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.
Production Workflow Management: Lead and manage the entire Metal Fabrication workflow, output, and execution to ensure fabrication activities align with production schedules and master build plans. Monitor production performance, address bottlenecks, and escalate significant schedule or quality concerns when necessary to maintain operational objectives.
Production Communication and Coordination: Maintain effective communication throughout fabrication operations by facilitating production meetings, providing schedule updates, and ensuring alignment between production teams and other departments. Promote transparency and collaboration to support daily operational success.
Project Leadership and Resource Planning: Manage production-related projects using structured project management methodologies, including Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) principles. Coordinate resources, monitor project milestones, and ensure initiatives are completed on time, within scope, and in accordance with established quality standards.
Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by training and mentoring leaders and employees in problem-solving techniques. Encourage team members to identify root causes, resolve operational challenges, and implement sustainable corrective actions at the source.
Employee Engagement and Culture Development: Promote a positive work environment by encouraging open communication, building trust, and actively engaging team members. Support initiatives that enhance morale, teamwork, accountability, and organizational culture.
Quality Management: Drive quality performance throughout the fabrication process by implementing control points, inspections, and standardized processes. Ensure products consistently meet established specifications, customer requirements, and company quality expectations.
Talent Development and Employee Relations: Lead employee development through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and career development planning. Manage employee relations issues effectively while supporting recruiting, onboarding, retention, and succession planning efforts.
Safety Leadership: Promote and maintain a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with company safety policies and procedures. Actively address safety concerns, support safety initiatives, and reinforce accountability for workplace safety at all levels.
Lean Manufacturing Implementation: Champion lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, including Standardized Work, Flow Planning, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Value Stream Design (VSD), 5S, and Work Instructions. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance operational performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with departments across the organization to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and support shared business objectives. Ensure fabrication operations remain aligned with organizational priorities and customer expectations.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Track key production metrics, analyze operational performance, and provide timely updates to leadership regarding production status, project progress, resource needs, and improvement opportunities.
Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required to support departmental objectives and organizational needs. Maintain flexibility and adaptability to address changing priorities and business requirements.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in business management, engineering, or project management focus, or related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, with a proven ability to guide projects or mentor individuals is required.
• Experience with leading change improvement/5S preferred.
• 1+ years of hands-on fire truck product knowledge from either a manufacturing or fire department perspective preferred.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude required.

Skills:
Language:

• Able to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, vendors, and the general public.
• Able to effectively communicate with tact and diplomacy at all times to develop relationships with internal and external contacts to provide excellent customer service and conflict management.

• Able to follow written and verbal directions and communicate new information that could affect project trajectories.
• Able to communicate goals effectively to a team.

Math:

• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.

Computer:

• Able to perform intermediate PC functions in Microsoft Office including the use of spreadsheet tables and formulas.

Abilities:

• Able to work professionally with all levels of the Rosenbauer organization, customers, and vendors.
• Able to deal with problems involving a variety of variables in non-standard situations.
• Able to proficiently deal with internal affairs concerning employee issues and conflicts.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized, flexible, and easily adaptive to evolving and fast-paced working conditions.
• Able to collaborate and work cross-functionally with multiple departments and functional disciplines to drive common solutions and best practices.
• Able to lead and supervisor a team effectively.
• Able to maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Able to identify quality issues, recognize changes within the production process, and adjust as needed.
• Able to prioritize work and to multitask while adhering to deadlines.
• Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
• Able to understand and follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment for all.

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All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screening.