Production Manager - 2nd Shift

· Lead assigned manufacturing value streams, functional machining areas, supervisors, leads, and production associates on second shift.

· Ensure attainment of Safety, Quality, Yield, Delivery, Productivity, Cost, and Inventory objectives.

· Translate strategic objectives into measurable improvement targets and develop, execute, and monitor action plans to close performance gaps.

· Lead Daily Management, Tier reviews, and Gemba walks; provide timely feedback, remove barriers, and reinforce accountability at all levels.

· Plan production priorities and optimize the utilization of personnel, machines, tooling, and available capacity based on customer demand and operational requirements.

· Partner with Supply Chain, Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality to improve capacity, equipment reliability, process capability, efficiency, and profitability.

· Drive cost reduction, operating efficiency, yield improvement, productivity, and waste elimination initiatives that reduce manufacturing cost and improve gross profit.

· Plan and lead continuous improvement and Regal Business System (RBS) events, including structured problem solving and follow-through on corrective actions.

· Communicate daily results, production priorities, quality concerns, safety issues, staffing needs, business conditions, and other critical information to associates and leadership.

· Gather, maintain, analyze, and report daily, weekly, and monthly operating information to document results and support fact-based decisions.

· Ensure assigned areas are staffed with competent personnel and develop supervisory and technical talent so qualified successors are available for key positions.

· Provide training, coaching, feedback, and development opportunities that improve associate capability and maximize productivity across production departments.

· Complete performance reviews and partner with Human Resources on associate relations, attendance, performance, and corrective action matters in a timely and consistent manner.

· Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, quality, export control, company, and customer requirements.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Desirable Capabilities and Success Factors

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related technical field; an MBA or technical master's degree is preferred.

· Seven to ten years of experience in lean manufacturing or operations with a record of progressive responsibility.

· At least five years of leadership experience in a machining or manufacturing environment.

· Experience in an aerospace manufacturing or precision machine shop environment is preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to lead safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, inventory, and associate engagement performance.

· Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Daily Management, Gemba, structured problem solving, and continuous improvement principles.

· Proven ability to develop talent, coach leaders, manage performance, and build effective teams across shifts and functions.

· Strong planning, capacity management, project management, and execution skills with demonstrated results.

· Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative information, exercise independent judgment, set priorities, and make timely decisions.

· Excellent written and verbal communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to influence cross-functional teams and work effectively with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Human Resources, and leadership.

· Creative and strategic thinker who can translate objectives into practical, disciplined execution.

· Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, customer service, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

· “Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person’, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States.” , or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.”