Production Manager CTSC

Production Manager CTSC

Summary
Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations in a fast paced production environment. The Production Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing production activities to ensure high quality products are delivered safely, efficiently, and cost effectively. This is a working manager role -- hand-on, side-by-side with production teams -- and reports directly to the Director of Operations. The ideal candidate understands complex assembly processes, drives continuous improvement, and provides strong leadership to production personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and direct all plant production operations to meet schedule, quality, and performance objectives.
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and productivity across the production floor.
• Implement, enforce, and continuously improve operating procedures, work instructions, and production methods.
• Provide day today leadership, guidance, and motivation to production staff to achieve high levels of performance and retention.
• Communicate job expectations; plan, monitor, and evaluate employee performance; coach, train, and discipline staff as required.
• Identify and resolve production issues, bottlenecks, or resource constraints to maintain schedule adherence.
• Recommend improvements to facilities, equipment, and production processes to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Work cross functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to support product builds, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor production metrics, labor reporting, scrap, rework, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE); implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with workmanship standards (IPCA610, IPCA620), inspection methods, and engineering specifications.
• Oversee training of technicians and assemblers on new processes, equipment, and quality expectations.
• Support test plan execution and assist in setting up, validating, and managing test stations as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production workspace in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; additional technical or vocational training preferred.
• 7+ years of team leadership experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• 6-8 years of hand-on assembly/technician experience in electronics, electromechanical, or similar production environments.
• High mechanical and/or electrical aptitude; ability to read and interpret drawings, basic schematics, and work instructions.
• 6+ years of experience with industry workmanship standards such as IPCA610 (soldering) and IPCA620 (wire harness/crimping).
• Strong analytical, creative, and detail oriented problem solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and production related software systems.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to differentiate color coding on wires and electronic components.
• Experience creating test plans, test procedures, and setting up test stations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a production environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Noise levels may be loud at times.
• Facilities are heated in winter; temperatures may vary depending on conditions.
• Employee may be required to stand, walk, kneel, or bend for extended periods.

All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job related assignments as requested.

ATSC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Advanced Technology Systems Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.