Production Manager – Robot Assembly Operations

Geek+ is a global leader in robotic solutions for logistics. We develop Autonomous Mobile-Robot (AMR) solutions to realize flexible, reliable, and highly efficient automation for warehouses and supply chain management by automating various laborious tasks like picking, moving, and sorting. We've led the global AMR market share for three consecutive years, being declared the world's no.1 AMR leader. (Source: Interact Analysis). The North American headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia will continue to power our growth in Canada, United States and Mexico.

To meet the demand for its solutions we are looking to add a talented and driven Production Manager to our Atlanta team.

Life at Geekplus

Plain and simple, we’re a team of geeks who love technology and teamwork. We work together to meet any customer needs; we celebrate our wins and learn from our misses. The only thing better than seeing customer operations improved by our technology, is seeing it happen at scale! We are biased to action, getting it done and thinking differently about how we apply technology. We support each other and we’re empowered to win. Our strength comes from our different backgrounds and perspectives.

The Job

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the local robot assembly and testing facility. This role manages the local manufacturing team as well as third-party assemblers and warehouse handlers, ensuring production plans are executed safely, efficiently, and according to defined quality and process requirements.

The Production Manager will coordinate production planning, workforce allocation, material availability, inventory control, and daily operational activities while working closely with Supply Chain, Process Engineering, Quality, and the global manufacturing team.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily factory operations, including robot assembly, testing, material handling, and warehouse activities.
• Supervise local manufacturing employees and coordinate third-party assemblers and warehouse handlers.
• Develop and execute daily and weekly production plans based on demand, material availability, workforce capacity, and delivery requirements.
• Assign resources and coordinate production priorities to achieve output and delivery targets.
• Monitor production progress, productivity, quality, and operational issues and escalate risks when necessary.
• Ensure third-party workers follow approved assembly processes, work instructions, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with the Process Engineer and Test & Quality Engineer to resolve production and quality issues.
• Manage inventory accuracy for components, work-in-process, finished goods, tools, and production materials.
• Coordinate material receiving, storage, picking, line replenishment, finished goods movement, and shipping preparation.
• Conduct or coordinate regular inventory counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor material shortages and communicate requirements and risks to the Supply Chain team.
• Maintain factory organization and implement appropriate 5S and visual management practices.
• Ensure production records, inventory transactions, and required operational documentation are completed accurately.
• Manage third-party labor performance, attendance, workload, and resource requirements.
• Support production ramp-up, new product introduction, and capacity planning.
• Track operational KPIs such as production output, schedule attainment, productivity, quality, and inventory accuracy.
• Promote and enforce a safe working environment and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, warehouse, or production operations, including supervisory experience.
• Experience managing production employees and/or third-party contract labor.
• Experience with production planning, inventory management, and warehouse operations.
• Strong organizational and daily operational management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple functions including production, engineering, quality, warehouse, and supply chain.
• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems and inventory transactions.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in a growing or newly established manufacturing operation is highly desirable.

Preferred

• Experience working with overseas engineering teams is preferred.
• Experience in robotics, automation equipment, electronics, electromechanical products, or industrial equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement principles preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese is preferred.

GeekPlus is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.