Senior Production Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

UTS Systems, LLC (www.uts-systems.com) is a manufacturer and leading provider of highly engineered tactical shelter and power systems, and similar expeditionary assets and accessories for the U.S. military and other government agencies. We are committed to building best-in-class manufacturing and supply chain capabilities to support mission-critical defense programs. Developing and participating in an engaged, high-performance culture is of paramount importance to us at UTS.

OPPORTUNITY

UTS Systems, LLC is seeking a results-driven Senior Production Manager (Virginia) to lead manufacturing operations across our Fairfield, VA and Waynesboro, VA facilities. This onsite leadership role reports to the Vice President of Operations. The Company operates on a 10-hour / 4-day per week schedule (Mon–Thurs).

This role is accountable for delivering production performance through strong leadership, disciplined execution, and continuous operational improvement in support of U.S. defense customers.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Production Manager (Virginia) is responsible for driving operational performance across both Virginia manufacturing sites. This role leads production, warehousing, fulfillment, and maintenance functions to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output while continuously improving throughput, cost performance, and delivery reliability.

This position provides direct leadership to the Production Managers, Shipping and Receiving Managers, and Maintenance Managers at each facility, ensuring teams are aligned, accountable, and focused on measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Performance

• Lead daily production, integration, warehousing, and fulfillment activities across two facilities to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and output targets
• Hold site leaders accountable for performance metrics, operational discipline, and execution against production schedules
• Drive alignment between facilities and departments (Quality, Planning, R&D, Procurement, HR, and others) to eliminate delays and improve operational flow
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Process & Productivity Improvement

• Improve manufacturing efficiency by optimizing production lines, workflows, and material flow
• Apply both Kaizen (continuous improvement) and Six Sigma principles to improve process efficiency, quality, and repeatability in manufacturing and operational environments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve labor and equipment utilization
• Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks, process inefficiencies, and workflow gaps
• Standardize processes and implement documented best practices across both facilities

Workforce Performance & Development

• Lead workforce planning to ensure staffing levels and skills align with production demands and growth objectives
• Develop strong site leadership by coaching managers to independently lead their functional areas
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across both sites

Operational Systems & Metrics

• Ensure effective use of the company’s ERP system to maintain accurate production, inventory, and fulfillment data
• Monitor labor performance, overtime, and productivity to ensure efficient use of resources
• Track, analyze, and act on key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive measurable operational improvement

Facility & Equipment Reliability

• Ensure equipment uptime and facility readiness through proactive maintenance planning and execution
• Maintain operational compliance with company standards and defense industry requirements

Quality & Compliance

• In collaboration with the Quality Manager, ensure operations support the company’s Quality Management System and maintain compliance with ISO 9001 standards
• Reinforce process discipline, corrective action execution, and continuous improvement initiatives across both sites

Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications

• Proven track record of driving operational performance in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong industrial or manufacturing engineering experience, including improving or scaling manufacturing lines
• Experience using ERP or MRP systems to manage production visibility, inventory accuracy, and operational decision-making
• Demonstrated success leading multiple teams or departments with measurable performance outcomes
• Proven ability to lead leaders, manage workforce planning, and build high-performing teams
• Experience overseeing equipment reliability, facilities, and maintenance operations
• Working knowledge of structured quality systems in a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of operational leadership experience
• Experience working within an ISO 9001–certified Quality Management System
• Familiarity with Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies; Green Belt certification or equivalent experience desired.
• Experience in highly regulated manufacturing environments such as defense or aerospace

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Four-day work week
• Stable, long-term opportunity supporting U.S. defense programs
• Leadership role with significant operational impact across two facilities
• Competitive benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability
• 3 weeks’ vacation annually plus ten holidays, including 2 floating holidays
• 401k plan with company match

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person