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A dynamic, newly formed manufacturer of UL-certified electrical equipment for the data center, industrial, and commercial construction markets is seeking a hands-on production leader to launch and scale operations. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced supervisor ready to own outcomes, drive certification, and directly shape a rapidly expanding organization with a clear growth trajectory and meaningful equity participation.
Production Manager Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary with participation in the employee equity pool (4-year vest, 1-year cliff)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Significant autonomy and influence in a greenfield manufacturing environment
- Opportunities for career advancement into multi-site operations leadership
Production Manager Requirements & Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including 5+ years in a production supervisory or managerial role
- Direct, hands-on experience in UL 508A industrial control panel or UL 891 switchgear/switchboard manufacturing (strong preference for both)
- Proven ownership or authorship of a UL Quality Manual and experience with successful UL audits
- Material experience achieving or maintaining UL 508A or UL 891 certification for a panel shop
- Working fluency in electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, panel layouts, and BOM interpretation
- Experience supervising teams of 8+ technicians or assemblers
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP production scheduling systems (NetSuite, Epicor, etc.)
- Free from non-compete, non-solicit, and confidentiality restrictions
Production Manager Preferred Background & Skills
- Hands-on with Eplan P8, Pro Panel, Smart Wiring; or advanced experience with Rittal Wire Terminal machines
- Experience with data center, hyperscaler, or critical infrastructure clients
- Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certifications
- Electrical license (master electrician welcome)
- Proven track record in high-mix, low-to-medium-volume custom manufacturing
- Background in startup or greenfield facility launch
Production Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, and deliver all customer orders, targeting a 4–6 week lead time from PO to shipment
- Drive and oversee UL 508A/891 certification, including authoring the Quality Manual, managing the UL inspector relationship, and maintaining all documentation
- Establish and enforce comprehensive inspection and quality protocols to deliver below 1% warranty claim rates
- Recruit, train, schedule, and develop a high-performing shop team, building a culture of craftsmanship and accountability
- Maintain a safe, OSHA-compliant workplace, including training, PPE, and incident reporting
- Manage vendor relationships, supply chain, and shop budget, delivering to a gross margin target of 45–55%
- Lead implementation of Eplan Smart Wiring and champion automation improvements as scale grows
- Provide weekly operational insights to the CEO and monthly updates to the board on key KPIs and initiatives
This is a unique opportunity to join an ambitious, well-capitalized platform company at the ground level, with a clear path to expanded responsibility and equity-driven rewards.
JOB ID: 174796
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Katherine Clark