Production Manager

Job Title: Production Manager

Location: San Jose, Ca

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $125,000.00 – $150,000.00 Annually

Schedule: Multi-Shift / 24/7 Operations

Language: Bilingual (English / Spanish) Preferred

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, bilingual Production Manager to provide leadership and operational direction to our high-volume manufacturing teams. Operating in a fast-paced, make-to-order environment, you will drive strategy and execution across safety, cost management, schedule adherence, employee relations, and continuous improvement.

If you are a hands-on leader who thrives on shop floor engagement, fosters a culture of accountability and team development, and delivers operational excellence in a 24/7 environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Lead daily operations across multi-shift teams to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) targets. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and focus on on-time, error-free shipments.

• Shop Floor Engagement: Maintain a strong, active presence on the shop floor. Flex work schedules across a 24/7 multi-shift operation to engage directly with all team members and navigate production areas.

• Schedule & Resource Optimization: Manage scheduling and resource allocation (staffing, equipment, tooling, technical services) to meet customer demand and optimize performance.

• Continuous Improvement & TPM: Champion Total Process Management (TPM), Lean, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and manage costs.

• Quality & Corrective Action: Lead root-cause problem solving and implement corrective actions for any non-conformance issues or operational deficiencies.

• Safety & Compliance: Drive a safety-first culture in full compliance with company policies, EPA, OSHA, and CAL OSHA standards.

• Team Development & Culture: Provide ongoing goal setting, training, feedback, and recognition. Build a collaborative, engaged, and diverse team environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Operations, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive manufacturing management experience in a complex, high-demand environment.
• Languages: Prefer Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
• Technical Expertise: Working knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS, Lean Manufacturing, JIT, SPC, TPM, inventory control, and engineering documentation.
• Flexibility: Ability to navigate and support a multi-shift, 24/7 operational environment.

Preferred:

• Background or experience in the rubber manufacturing industry. Hands-on experience with MRP and ERP software systems (e.g., Syspro).

Skills & Competencies

• Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish; natural ability to build alliances across departments.
• Operational Focus: Driven by measurable outputs, cost control, process refinement, and continuous productivity gains.
• Problem-Solving & Accountability: Strong sense of ownership with proven success using data-driven tools to manage complex priorities.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Environment: Dynamic warehouse and manufacturing shop floor environment with routine office collaboration. Exposure to shop temperatures (including heat), elevated noise levels, industrial dust, chemicals, and moving machinery.
• Physical Requirements: Daily walking, standing, climbing above floor levels, navigating equipment, and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs.
• Safety: Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe shoes.