Production Manager, Rotational Molding

Taylor Shellfish Farms is one of the largest producers of farmed shellfish in North America. The company is quickly growing in sustainable shellfish farming with new techniques and innovative growing methods.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a rotational molding shop. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for production scheduling, employee supervision, inventory management, quality control, workplace safety, and continuous improvement. The Production Manager works alongside the team to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to meet quality standards while meeting ongoing delivery requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Management

• Coordinate and supervise daily production activities to meet schedule and delivery commitments.
• Assign work and manage labor resources to optimize productivity and efficiency.
• Participate in production operations as required, including mold preparation, machine operation, trimming, assembly, packaging, and shipping.
• Monitor workflow and address production issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and customer requirements are achieved.

Team Supervision

• Direct and support a team of approximately 6-10 production employees.
• Develop and maintain employee work schedules.
• Train employees on equipment, processes, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, disciplinary actions, and employee separations.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.

Inventory and Materials Management

• Monitor inventory usage and initiate purchasing requests as needed.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Coordinate material availability to support production schedules.
• Reduce waste through effective inventory management and control practices.

Logistics

• Coordinate with logistics department the inbound and outbound deliveries.

Quality Control

• Administer and continuously improve the company's quality control program.
• Perform and document product inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor scrap, rework, and defect trends.
• Ensure products consistently meet specifications and company standards.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain production, inventory, labor, and quality records.
• Update and manage spreadsheets and operational reports.
• Track performance indicators.
• Assist with production planning and operational forecasting.

Safety and Compliance

• Enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and employee safety training.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and company standards.
• Report and investigate workplace incidents and near misses.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.