Production Manager

About UPC

UPC has been designing and manufacturing retail store fixtures and point-of-purchase displays in Madison, Wisconsin, for almost 50 years, since 1978. Started as a family business, we have grown and have established ourselves worldwide. We are employee centric and are looking for strong candidates and long-term commitments. Our employee's tenure says it all!

Position Summary

• Plan, organize, manage, and schedule daily production

• Ensure timely and schedule completion of products

• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed

• Collaborates with Design and Engineering department to ensure final product execution meets all specification including materials, processes, time studies, and QC

• Collaborates with all other internal departments including customer service, purchasing, warehousing, and shipping and receiving

• Ensure quality standards are met and maintained

• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions

• Optimize production efficiency and reduce waste

• Collaborate with other departments such as procurement, logistics, and quality control

• Analyze production data and prepare reports for senior management

• Manage and lead production staff, including hiring, training, and disciplinary action.

• Facilitate daily and weekly production meetings

• Responsible for safety, OSHA, labor, compliance and other regulatory requirements

• Implements "Best Practices" for manufacturing

• Continuous improvement of employee morale, engagement, and recognition

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

• Responsible for performance reviews.

• Practices continuous improvement on SOP, QC, and costing benefits

• Communicate and meet with customers, vendors, contractors and other partners

Facility Equipment & Work Environment

• Clean manufacturing/office environment

• Light manufacturing

• Warehouse

• Varied manufacturing processes

• Wide range of manufacturing materials

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial engineering, business, or a related field (preferred)

• Proven experience in production or operations management

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and safety standards

• Proficiency in production management software and tools

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• ERP familiarity

• Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Health insurance benefits

• Paid holidays

• And more

Contact Us

Phone: 608-222-5658

Fax: 608-222-3933

Email: HR@upcdisplays.com

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO UPC WEBSITE, www.upcdisplays.com

Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs