Maintain effective use of company production and ERP systems to support work-order execution, BOMs, routings, material requirements, production documentation, scheduling, and reporting.
Work cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse & Inventory, Engineering, Quality, Technical Services, and other supporting functions to resolve material, technical, quality, documentation, and resource constraints affecting production.
Monitor production performance and establish appropriate KPIs and weekly management reporting related to schedule attainment, labor performance, throughput, WIP, backlog, quality, and other applicable measures.
Lead continuous-improvement activities focused on production flow, labor efficiency, standardized work, productivity, quality, cost, and reduction of non-value-added activities.
Develop Shop Managers and production personnel through coaching, accountability, training, performance management, and professional development.
Ensure production activities comply with applicable company safety policies, Quality Management System requirements, engineering requirements, work instructions, and established procedures.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Sr. Technical Services Manager.
Job Requirements
Proven experience in production management, manufacturing management, shop management, production planning, or a similar industrial leadership role.
Strong working knowledge of manufacturing, repair/remanufacturing, production scheduling, labor and capacity planning, and manufacturing execution.
Ability to understand production/work orders, Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
Experience using ERP systems to support production planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting; SAP experience is preferred.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to establish priorities, develop personnel, maintain accountability, and lead multiple production teams or work areas.
Strong analytical, organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to use production data to make fact-based decisions.
Ability to think strategically, translate business requirements into actionable plans, and make timely decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, management, and cross-functional teams.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple priorities and time-sensitive production requirements.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and applicable production, reporting, and business systems.
Ability to work extended schedules and travel to company, supplier, customer, or field locations as business requirements dictate.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in manufacturing, repair, remanufacturing, fabrication, or a related industrial service environment.
Three (3) or more years of leadership, supervision, production management, shop management, or production-planning experience.
Demonstrated experience with production planning, scheduling, labor and capacity planning, work orders, and manufacturing execution
Experience using ERP systems within a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience working within a formal Quality Management System
Experience in Project Management
Valid Driver's License and ability to meet Company vehicle eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Eight (8) or more years of experience within manufacturing, fabrication, repair/remanufacturing, industrial service, drilling, or the oilfield-service industry.
Five (5) or more years of production, manufacturing, shop, or operations leadership experience.
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems supporting production planning, work orders, BOMs, routings, capacity planning, or manufacturing execution.
Working knowledge of oilfield equipment including top drives, mud pumps, automated catwalk systems, iron roughnecks/make-break equipment, or related drilling equipment.
Knowledge of machining, fabrication, assembly, testing, repair, and remanufacturing processes.
Knowledge of API Q1, API 8C, ISO 9001, or similar Quality Management Systems
Experience managing Field Service technicians, technician dispatch, and technical training or qualification programs
Experience leading cross-functional projects involving Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Technical Services, or other supporting functions.
Additional Details
The Production Manager works in both office and shop environments and is expected to maintain a strong commitment to safety for employees, customers, and third parties. The position requires regular exposure to varying weather conditions, moving mechanical equipment, elevated noise levels, vibration, electrical energy, construction equipment, hazardous materials, fumes, and airborne particles. Compliance with all Company safety policies and the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times. Some travel may be required.
