Production Manager

Production Manager | Independent Truck Upfitters | Kansas City, MO (ITU)

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do:

The
Production Manager position is responsible for ensuring that all manufacturing
functions are performed in a timely, cost-effective manner consistent with
established procedures and for overseeing all activities related to installation
of truck equipment such as dump bodies, flat beds, service bodies, tool boxes,
van interiors, miscellaneous lighting and electrical items.

JOB
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Plan, organize, and direct production
and indirect activities to meet or exceed established production goals in a cost-effective
manner
* Forecast staffing needs to meet demands
of the business and staff team accordingly
* Design, develop, and implement processes
that increase yield and/or improve quality
* Perform workflow analysis and develop
methods for the production team
* Coordinate with managers and supervisors
to establish production and quality control standards
* Develop, implement, and maintain
processes, procedures, and programs to improve safety, productivity, and
profitability
* Implement and maintain OSHA and company
programs and standards
* Ensure employees and managers have the
required safety training and are consistently working in a safe manner; develop
and implement safety programs to reduce accidents and injuries
* Work with managers to address
organizational needs, equipment utilization and maintenance
* Lead, communicate, and coach to
cultivate a motivated associate environment of trust, teamwork, accountability,
self-confidence, and business ownership
* Ensure operational supplies are always
on hand and available
* Prepare all required reports and
correspondence
* Develop, implement, and monitor
department budget and manages expenses within approved budget constraints
* Identify, document, and implement
opportunities for continuous improvement
* Stay up to date on
overall activities of the team, identify problem areas and take corrective
actions
* Communicate with cross-functional teams
(engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
* Work in proximity with customer, as
needed
* Solve complex problems with minimal
assistance
* Other tasks as assigned

What you need to be successful:

* Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience

* Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with demonstrated leadership skills required; truck equipment experience in a leadership role preferred

* Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task

* Innovative team player

* Intermediate computer skills are required

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

* Commitment to excellence and high standards

* Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult, decisions

* Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

* Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

* Basic competence in subordinates' duties and tasks

* Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities

* Bilingual skills preferred

* Ability to understand all safety requirements and cautions

* Strong:

o Communication skills, verbal and written

o Leadership attributes and interpersonal skills

o Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Why The Shyft Group?

We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.