Production Manager

Company: Kontron America Inc
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 28, 2025

Job Description:

Description: Kontron is a global leader in IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT). Kontron offers individual solutions in the areas of Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 through a combined portfolio of hardware, software and services. With its standard and customized products based on highly reliable state-of-the-art technologies, Kontron provides secure and connected applications for a wide variety of industries. As a result, customers benefit from accelerated time-to-market, lower total cost of ownership, extended product lifecycles and the best fully integrated applications.
In addition to being an established global presence with opportunities for growth, Kontron encourages communication through all levels of the organization to ensure a common direction and allow our employees to make informed decisions. Our culture has been created by the people who work here, making Kontron a fast-paced, friendly, and enjoyable workplace with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a flexible-shift 9/80 work (eligibility determined by department) which gives employees every other Friday off.
We have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Production Manager to join our Kontron Family! We are seeking a results-driven Production Manager to lead and optimize our manufacturing operations in the high-tech industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of implementing Lean Manufacturing practices, utilizing 6S principles, and excelling in capacity planning to drive operational efficiency. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a hands-on approach to managing production processes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage daily manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with production schedules, quality standards, and organizational goals.
• Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing methodologies and 6S practices to improve productivity and workplace organization.
• Develop and execute capacity planning strategies to meet production demands while optimizing resource utilization.
• Monitor OKR's (objective key results) and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, supply chain, and customer service, to address production challenges and enhance overall performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a production team to foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Manage budgets and forecast production costs to support financial planning and reporting. Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in production management within a high-tech manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and 6S practices.
  • Proficiency in capacity planning and production scheduling.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office 365 applications, including Excel, with advanced spreadsheet capabilities.
  • Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP. Looking for an honorable, professional, ethical, team player to work in a team environment who wants to be a contributor to the success of the organization.Feel up to the challenge? Please apply Requirements:
    
    
    Compensation details: 95000-130000 Yearly Salary
    
    
    
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