POSITION TYPE

Exempt employee (salary) pay

ROLE OVERSIGHT

Works with the management team to grow capacity and quality through strategic planning.

PAY RANGE

$140,000-150,000/year

SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE

The Manufacturing Manager ensures high‑quality and high‑productivity output across all production areas by supervising shop leadership, implementing and sustaining processes, upgrading equipment, and driving continuous improvement. This role works with the management team to grow capacity, strengthen quality, and support strategic planning for company growth. The Manufacturing Manager also ensures CHUTES’ culture is upheld throughout the shop and that employees are trained, developed, and aligned with organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & COMPETENCIES

  • Oversees shop supervisors and supports employees directly as needed to ensure production deadlines are met.
  • Implements processes and procedures to improve efficiency, workflow, and production quality.
  • Trains, implements, and sustains lean manufacturing principles across all production areas.
  • Works with management team to grow capacity and quality through strategic planning.
  • Makes recommendations on capital expenditures to improve production capability and quality.
  • Ensures CHUTES’ culture is supported and reinforced throughout the shop environment.
  • Partners with shop supervisors and HR to ensure employees are trained, developed, engaged, and aligned with corporate goals.
  • Ensures M1 (ERP) is fully utilized by all shop operations, monitors data, and recommends adjustments for improvement.
  • Attends bi‑weekly manager meetings (Tuesday evenings).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

  • Shop Floor Supervisor
  • Welder Supervisor
  • Door Assembly Supervisor
  • Shipping/Receiving Supervisor
  • DURACHUTE Assembly Team
  • PIT Team

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Supervision and coaching
  • Managing processes and production workflow
  • Process improvement and lean manufacturing
  • Production planning and strategic planning
  • Ability to deal with complexity and solve operational problems
  • Hands‑on mechanical and production knowledge in addition to supervisory capability

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • ERP experience required
  • Minimum 5 years of manufacturing or production management
  • Demonstrated experience implementing and sustaining processes, including lean manufacturing

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

  • Production deadlines are consistently met through effective supervision and workflow management.
  • Lean manufacturing principles are implemented, sustained, and visibly improving efficiency and quality.
  • The shop operates with strong alignment to CHUTES’ culture, values, and expectations.
  • Employees are trained, developed, and engaged, with clear understanding of goals and processes.
  • M1 ERP data is accurate, monitored, and used to drive improvements.
  • Strategic planning with the management team results in increased capacity, improved quality, and long‑term operational growth.
  • Capital improvement recommendations are thoughtful, data‑driven, and aligned with company goals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Manufacturing Manager works in a production‑floor environment where noise levels range from moderate to loud. Eye, ear, and foot protection are required at all times. Temperatures may vary slightly above or below standard room temperature depending on season and equipment operation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This role requires regular standing, walking, and movement throughout the manufacturing floor. Fine motor skills are needed to manipulate tools, equipment, and small components. For safety, the employee must be able to see and hear clearly. The position also requires lifting and moving items up to 25+ pounds as part of normal daily activities.

TRAVEL

No regular travel is expected for this position, aside from occasional training opportunities.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Attendance at bi‑weekly manager meetings (Tuesday evenings) is required.

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