Truck/Trailer Upfit Operations Manager (North West) - Reading Truck

The Production Manager leads the day-to-day operations of a RTE production facility, which includes overseeing personnel, safety, quality, and production. This role has regular interaction with Materials, Production Scheduling, Estimating, Engineering, Human Resources, Sales and Customers.

The Nuts and Bolts

• Direct and manage production for safety, quality, maintenance, shipping and receiving
• Track operational metrics to support continuous improvement in the production facility, including, but not limited to the areas of safety, quality, delivery, material cost, inventory dollars, labor productivity and employee morale
• Manage production and shipment schedules to meet customer due dates
• Implement/manage visual management initiatives
• Ensure all company-wide programs, initiatives, policies and procedures are implemented and maintained in relation to the production facility and that required expectations are met
• Facilitate training to accomplish the company goals, objectives and required job functions
• Manage and assist in the development of Production Team Members, as well as c oach & counsel employees as necessary
• Interface with sales to provide customer focused solutions
• Participate in interview process for hourly technician candidates
• May maintain work skills to facilitate job performance as a working member of the team, and to be aware of the required skills for team members
• Potential to oversee multiple branches

• Five (5) years of experience in a customized operations setting such as truck equipment or up-fit industry
• Three (3) years of Supervisory experience required
• Knowledgeable in implementation of Lean Manufacturing and 5S
• Proficient in Computer skills Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping preferred
• Demonstrated problem solving, decision making, process, and critical thinking skills
• Minimal Travel (10%-15%)

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

We offer big company perks with small company culture:

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Required Education: High School

Travel Percentage: 15.0

Travel Required: Yes

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