Fabrication Shop Production Manager

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

The Production Manager is responsible for all aspects of executing the assembly, testing, and shipping of ITAC's Power Systems Products.  The Production Manager "owns" the shop production process, communicates job status to the Project Managers, and reports to the Director of Custom Machinery.  The specific responsibilities include the following:

• Coordinate all resources in the shop including manpower, materials, consumables, space, and freight carriers.  The Shop Technicians and other production staff do not report to the Production Manager however the Production Manager is responsible for allocating shop labor resources to projects to achieve schedule commitments.  The Production Manager constantly evaluates shop labor allocation and reports overrun or underrun conditions to the Director.
• Communicate continuously with Project Managers regarding production labor and materials so accurate schedules can be maintained.
• Verifying materials required by the approved product designs are available, received in good condition, and match the specifications for the application.
• Coordinate vendor deliveries and resolve supply chain issues to prevent delay to in-process work.
• Identify, develop, and refine production processes that will increase shop safety, improve efficiency, increase quality, and lower costs. 
• Purchase consumables as required to maintain forecasted production volume.
• Work as a team with the Shop Technicians, Engineering, Project Management, and Company Management to efficiently resolve production issues.
• Be a representative for all shop staff to Company Management.  
• Be the champion for all production processes and build a production management toolset around those processes.
• Be the champion for 3rd Party Inspection coordination and documentation (ie: UL)
• Coordinate product QA/QC to include functional testing and Factory Acceptance / Witness Testing with customers.

Describe the Supervision the Incumbent Receives:

The Production Manager reports directly to the Director of Custom Machinery. The Production Manager is required to complete tasks with little to no supervisory contact or involvement. Assistance and direction are given on an as needed basis and when schedules and/or policies and procedures are not clear or in conflict. Describe The Supervision the Job Incumbent Exercises Over Subordinates: He/She is not required to perform any supervisory exercises over any subordinates. He/she is responsible for accuracy, quality, and timeliness of his/her performance.

Employee Safety Responsibility:

The Production Manager is required to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all work activities. The Production Manager position is responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe condition or “near miss” incident. In the case of accidents that result in injury, regardless of how insignificant the injury may appear, the Production Manager should immediately notify the EHS Manager or the appropriate supervisor.

Other Important Information About This Job:

He/She must be able to work well with others. Overtime is sometimes required on given tasks. Complete confidentiality and honesty are a must.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Ability to plan and organize work to utilize time efficiently

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent computer skills
• Positive attitude; able to motivate others
• Articulate communication skills; written & oral
• Dependability – attendance and ability to meet deadlines and keep commitments
• Flexibility – ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self-motivated
• Professional behavior and appearance at all times
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds at a time
• Must be able to complete detailed fabrication material takeoffs based off engineered drawings

Traits or Characteristics:

• Self-starter - able to remain focused on a project

• Honest - willing to admit error and accurately reflect work effort on time sheets

• Dependability - ability to meet deadlines and commitments

• Ingenuity - able to suggest and apply innovative ideas and methods

• Tactful - able to confront people and deal with confrontation in a positive manner.

• Helpful - willing to help and teach others

• Must practice confidentiality.

Skills or Abilities:

• Able to delegate work

• Able to plan and organize work

• Knowledgeable of engineering practice

• Able to identify potential problems

• Able to troubleshoot system problems while under pressure

• Able to withstand criticism

• Able to work with little supervision

Benefits

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care