Description

The Production Manager provides leadership and direction to the manufacturing workforce, focusing on the people, processes, and systems needed for on‑time delivery of quality products. The role is also accountable for managing materials, customer service, and vendor relations to produce products according to the production plan, customer requirements, and product specifications.

A safety‑first culture is promoted and continuously improved in partnership with on‑site safety teams. The manager maintains appropriate staffing levels, onboards field forces and support staff, and evaluates employee performance to identify development opportunities.

Work‑cell MDI boards are managed and daily Gemba walks are performed with organizational leaders, emphasizing safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and continuous‑improvement initiatives. Labor performed by staff is coordinated and reviewed for accuracy and completeness, while construction drawings and specifications are analyzed to develop efficient manufacturing plans that meet quality standards.

All aspects of product management are overseen, including estimating support, design assistance, material management, resource allocation, capacity planning, change management, schedule attainment, and project reconciliation. Tasks and resources are prioritized to maximize efficiency, and the manager supports strategic planning, tactical plant initiatives, and capital‑expenditure requests.

Progress of assigned projects is tracked, documented, and communicated to customers, coworkers, and management. Products are delivered within budget and according to specifications, while Lean and 5S methodologies are implemented to improve workplace efficiency. Project schedules, BOMs, production reconciliation, and related documentation are owned and maintained using appropriate project‑management and ERP tools.

• Promote a safety‑first culture and collaborate with on‑site safety teams for continuous improvement.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels, onboard field and support staff, and evaluate employee performance and development needs.
• Manage work‑cell MDI boards and conduct daily Gemba walks focusing on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Continuous Improvement.
• Coordinate and verify labor activities to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze construction drawings and specifications to develop efficient manufacturing plans that meet quality standards.
• Oversee product management functions including estimating, design assistance, material control, resource allocation, capacity planning, change management, and schedule attainment.
• Prioritize tasks and resources to maximize efficiency and support strategic plant initiatives and capital projects.
• Track project progress, document status, and communicate updates to customers, coworkers, and management.
• Ensure products are delivered on budget, to specifications, and on schedule while implementing Lean and 5S methodologies.

Requirements

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, organizational leadership or a related field (an Associate degree is acceptable with additional experience), five or more years of experience in electrical construction or prefabrication, and at least five years of supervisory or project‑management experience. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, the ability to drive growth and process improvements, and the capability to read, write, and analyze financial and production reports; Lean, Six Sigma, or TPS certification is preferred.

The role operates in a warehouse environment and requires the use of personal protective equipment such as hard‑toe work boots, safety glasses, gloves, and a high‑visibility vest. Employees are frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, reach, stoop, or crouch, and may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

• Own accuracy of project schedules, BOMs, production reconciliation, and related documentation using ERP and project‑management tools.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field (Associate acceptable with experience); 5+ years in electrical construction or prefabrication; 5+ years supervisory or project‑management experience.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, financial and production reporting ability, and preferably Lean, Six Sigma or TPS certification.
• Work in a warehouse environment wearing required PPE; may lift up to 50 lb and perform frequent standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $90,000 to $115,000 annually, with individual pay determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. In addition to base salary, Hunt Electric offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes 100 % employer‑paid health, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible hybrid work schedule, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

The company provides professional growth opportunities through in‑house learning and development programs, career pathing, skill‑enhancement support, and employee resource groups that foster community and belonging. Hunt Electric also encourages employee involvement in charitable activities, community service, and a donation‑match program as part of its social‑responsibility commitment.

• Compensation range $90,000‑$115,000 annually with a robust benefits package including 100% employer‑paid health, dental, vision, flexible hybrid schedule, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and ESOP participation.
• Join a 100 % employee‑owned company that values collaboration, innovation, and shared success, offering professional growth programs and employee resource groups.

Training + Development

Interview process

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Security clearance