Production Manager

Actalent

The Role

Overview

Lead production ops in high-volume server manufacturing, ensuring efficiency, quality, safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • production scheduling
  • process improvement
  • quality control
  • procurement
  • cost management
  • lean manufacturing

Tasks

-Manage and motivate production teams, provide guidance, and foster a positive and productive work environment. -Liaise with other departments (e.g., sales, marketing, engineering) to align production with business needs and market demands. -Create and manage production schedules, allocate resources, and optimize workflows to meet demand. -Identify and implement process enhancements to improve throughput, reduce waste, and lower costs. -Oversee material procurement, inventory management, and equipment maintenance to ensure smooth operations. -Implement and maintain quality control systems, ensuring products meet specified standards and resolve defects. -Estimate costs, manage budgets, and identify opportunities for cost savings. -Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • 10+ years
  • leadership
  • ms office
  • erp/wms
  • six sigma
  • bs engineering

What You Bring

-Experience: Over 10 years in manufacturing operations, preferably in electronics or server manufacturing. -Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a high-volume production setting. -Software Skills: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access) and ERP/WMS platforms. -Experience in process improvement and continuous improvement strategies. -Preferred experience in electronics/server manufacturing. -Proven experience in production, supervision, and production management. -Experience with Lean and Six Sigma certifications. -Demonstrated success in driving cost-effective operations and exceeding internal KPIs. -Education: BS in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. -Technical knowledge: Proficient in manufacturing processes, preferably with familiarity in server manufacturing. -Problem-solving and analytical skills: Proficient in identifying and resolving production issues, optimizing processes, and making data-driven decisions.

The Company

About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

Sector Specialisms

Utilities

Power

Automotive

Food and Beverage

Consumer Products

Industrial Goods

Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Systems and Software

Transmission Engineering

Distribution Engineering

Grid Automation

Transportation

Life Sciences

Pharmaceuticals

Biopharmaceuticals

Diagnostics

Academic Research

Medical Devices

Specialty Chemicals

Construction Management

Environmental

Architecture

Civil