Production Manager

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.

 

We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

 

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations within a fast-paced, high-mix production environment. This role is critical to driving execution across the floor—ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining high-quality standards, and consistently meeting delivery commitments. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership capability, a deep understanding of manufacturing workflows, and a hands-on approach to driving performance. This individual will play a key role in developing teams, improving throughput, and building a culture centered on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Additionally, this role requires experience supporting or operating within a UL508A panel shop environment, ensuring electrical assembly and integration activities meet UL and NEC compliance standards.

Production Leadership & Execution

• Manage and execute production schedules aligned to weekly demand planning established by plant leadership
• Communicate clear daily, weekly, and monthly production targets to supervisors, team leads, and operators
• Drive accountability and structure across the manufacturing floor, setting clear expectations at the team and individual level
• Monitor production performance and adjust labor, resources, or schedules to maintain output and delivery targets

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency across production cells and individual operators
• Drive lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, and optimize workflow
• Track and report key production metrics, providing actionable insights and recommendations to plant leadership

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other production areas to ensure alignment on production flow, materials, and priorities
• Ensure seamless communication across departments to support on-time delivery and operational efficiency

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop production staff, including supervisors, leads, and operators
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Train and motivate team members to consistently meet and exceed performance expectations

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards across all production activities
• Maintain compliance with all applicable health, safety, and regulatory requirements

Electrical Integration & UL508A Compliance

• Support and oversee production activities related to electrical panel assembly within a UL508A panel shop environment
• Ensure all electrical builds meet UL508A, NEC, and customer-specific requirements
• Partner with Engineering and Quality teams to standardize panel build processes, documentation, and inspection criteria

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or production management
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process optimization methodologies
• Experience in fabrication, coatings, electro-mechanical assembly, or complex system integration
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability and willingness to be actively engaged on the manufacturing floor
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with production management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in or supporting operations within a UL508A-certified panel shop
• Strong understanding of industrial control panels, electrical wiring, and UL/NEC standards
• Experience with ERP systems and data analytics tools
• Certification in project management or process improvement (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma)
• Familiarity with ISO standards and regulatory compliance

GTI Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements

• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects

• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership

• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

 

 Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.