Production Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Type : Full-time

Duration of role : Permanent

Position : 1

Reporting to : Plant Manager – Baltimore

Location : Open

About Us

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $420m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

About the Role

The Production Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the facility, specifically as it relates to safety, quality, on-time delivery to customers, productivity, and cost controls. The individual in this role will oversee the production and distribution functions of the Red Lion Annex manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will lead a highly engaged team, while collaborating with cross-functional departments to achieve company goals and KPIs.

What You’ll Do

• Be a Safety leader and exemplify the goal of Zero Harm as a core value (Ensure safe work environment and adherence to Safety Standards).
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure the production processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and shipping to continuously improve workflow and operational outcomes.
• Monitor production output, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Support data collection methods and participate in the analysis of data to reduce waste (materials, machine speed, downtime).
• Utilize KPIs to drive continuous improvement efforts and maintain cost structures
• Drive results for safety, quality, maintenance reliability, process improvement and cost.
• Develop and implement SOPs for safety, processes and equipment.
• Monitor all internal systems for accuracy and compliance with company rules, standards, expectations, and applicable laws
• Leads significant manufacturing projects, plans and schedules facility assignments
• Identifies opportunities that best utilize the location’s capabilities and meet customer requirements
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including assembly, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and planning.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and on-time delivery of customer orders.
• Utilize ERP and data systems to monitor workflow, report progress, and drive operational decision-making.
• Works with the Project Managers (PM’s) and Manufacturing Engineers (ME’s) in evaluating requests for programs and new projects
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications
• Assist operators and train personnel as needed
• Knowledge of techniques, tooling, and materials CNC programmer in a manufacturing environment
• Supervise and mentor a team of manufacturing staff, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and performing to expectations.
• Implement performance management strategies and conductive performance reviews.
• Foster a positive and safe work environment, encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensure all employees follow all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Operating Procedures (MOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and Safety Manual.

Additional Expectations

What You’ll Bring

Employee Benefits

Tate is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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