Production Manager - Systems and Engineering-Focused

About LUX dynamics: LUX dynamics is a Reno-based manufacturer of high-performance LED high bay fixtures. Guided by our PEAK values—Professionalism, Extreme Ownership, Always Do What Is Right, and Kindness—we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We are seeking a Production Manager with a strong engineering background and a proven ability to build and manage efficient systems and processes. Our products are engineered to outlast and outperform, and we’re scaling fast. Our next Production and Systems Manager will help us double down on operational excellence while leading with technical clarity and grit.

Position Overview: The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production operations, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and cross-departmental collaboration. This role combines leadership, engineering insight, and process management to ensure production goals are met and aligned with the company’s financial and operational objectives. The Production Manager will build systems that anticipate and resolve problems, balance resource allocation, and drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring a background in systems or process engineering, a track record of scaling operational functions, and the ability to drive cross-functional alignment between technical, production, and sales teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety & Compliance ● Ensure compliance with all OSHA practices and safety standards at all times. ● Coordinate quarterly safety walk-throughs with third-party consultants and implement recommendations. ● Present safety findings, needs, and solutions to leadership on a regular basis.

Production Planning & Scheduling ● Maintain a rolling 30-day production schedule and a detailed 7-day schedule covering projects, materials, and team assignments. ● Plan production resources in alignment with customer needs, pipeline projects, and material availability. ● Adjust staffing plans to support projected revenue and company growth. ● Ensuring production deadlines and goals are hit monthly.

Operational Management ● Monitor and report daily, weekly, monthly, and annual production numbers. ● Track performance against goals (% to goal) and present reports to upper management. ● Proactively identify production issues and implement corrective action plans. ● Ensure efficient workflows and adherence to goals, escalating issues when required.

Cross-Department Collaboration ● Coordinate with Sales to anticipate pipeline projects and align production capacity. ● Work closely with Purchasing and Customer Service to ensure timely material availability. ● Partner with Engineering to troubleshoot production challenges and propose viable substitutions or process adjustments.

Financial & Strategic Impact ● Understand how production costs affect EBITDA and propose improvements that drive profitability. ● Provide leadership with accurate projections for staffing and budgetary needs. ● Administer departmental budgets and track variances.

Leadership & Communication ● Lead production staff with professionalism and accountability, fostering a culture aligned with the company's core values. ● Resolve issues with other departments independently and productively. ● When escalating to upper management, present at least one solution with each problem. ● Participate in 360-degree feedback reviews to give and receive constructive input.

Required Qualifications: ● Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related) or equivalent technical/leadership experience. ● 5+ years of experience in production or manufacturing leadership, preferably in a systems-driven environment. ● Strong background in safety compliance, scheduling, and process management. ● Demonstrated ability to interpret financial data (EBITDA, cost structures) and align production operations accordingly. ● Proficiency in ERP systems and production reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications: ● Experience in LED, electronics, or related industries. ● Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement certification. ● Proven ability to implement cross-department systems that improved efficiency and reduced costs.

Success Profile: The successful Production Manager will be an engineering-minded leader who thrives on building systems, not just managing people. This individual will anticipate problems before they occur, present solutions with clarity, and balance operational detail with strategic impact. Above all, they will embody LUX dynamics’ core values, ensuring the production floor runs safely, efficiently, and in complete alignment with company goals.

Why LUX dynamics? This is a chance to help lead one of the most innovative lighting manufacturers in the country and to make a lasting mark on a company that builds everything right here in Reno. If you love solving problems, building teams, and sweating the details while seeing the big picture, this is your seat at the table.

**No agencies or recruiters, please. Direct applicants only.