Production Manager

About This Role

Manage day-to-day production operations for an office furniture company, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. Lead and develop a team, driving continuous improvement within the manufacturing department.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day production output and workflow, assigning work and setting priorities
• Manage the production schedule and short-term planning to meet ship dates and customer commitments
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop, enforcing procedures and best practices
• Ensure products meet Element's standards for accuracy and craftsmanship, addressing defects and preventing repeat issues
• Drive improvements in productivity, scrap/rework reduction, and equipment downtime through structured problem-solving
• Conduct regular floor walk-throughs to identify problems, remove roadblocks, and coach best practices
• Train, coach, and develop team leads and associates, supporting cross-training for flexibility
• Partner with Maintenance to schedule downtime, support preventative maintenance, and keep critical equipment operating reliably
• Coordinate with Sales/Customer Support, Engineering, and Shipping to align priorities and resolve material, capacity, and timeline issues

Requirements

• Strong leadership skills
• Hands-on and practical approach to problem-solving
• Safety-minded work practices
• Quality-driven with repeatable processes
• Organized approach to managing priorities and schedules
• Continuous improvement mentality

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits