VP of Production

VP of Production Nema Enclosures Houston, TX Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $80,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Cost management Spanish Team leadership Aluminum Team development Risk management Production management Managing manufacturing teams Workforce management Process management Full Job Description Nema Enclosures is seeking a results-driven VP of Production to lead our manufacturing operations. This critical leadership role is responsible for overseeing the entire production process

Duties and Responsibilities:

Production Execution & Throughput Execute production schedule set by Planning Lead, ensuring resources (labor, equipment, training) are aligned to hit output targets. Own execution from released to floor through WIP to Finished Goods (WIP→FG). Ensure ≥92% on-time delivery performance in coordination with Production Planning. Maintain real-time awareness of shop floor status, priorities, and bottlenecks across all departments. Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on waste reduction and process optimization. Implement and sustain 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, and Visual Management systems. Demonstrates a passion for teaching Lean methodologies, building team capability, and creating sustainable operational improvements. Six Sigma & Process Improvement Apply Six Sigma and DMAIC methodologies to drive measurable operational improvements. Utilize Root Cause Analysis, Pareto Analysis, Fishbone Diagrams, and Process Mapping. Establish KPI tracking and production performance dashboards. ERP Systems & Reporting Utilize ERP systems to manage production workflow, labor tracking, and operational reporting. Generate reports related to throughput, downtime, scrap, labor utilization, and delivery performance. Maintain accurate production and operational records. Shop Floor Leadership & Priority Alignment Own and enforce daily production priorities across all departments (Laser, PB, Weld, PC, Assembly), aligned with the schedule. Collaborate with department leads to ensure clear, consistent direction and execution. Act as the central point of accountability for execution clarity across the shop. Labor Management & Productivity Control Perform daily labor balancing to ensure proper staffing by department and alignment to workload. Steward total labor hours, ensuring efficient use of regular time and controlled and intentional use of overtime Ensure accurate time tracking and labor allocation across all production employees. Safety & Compliance Maintain full accountability for workplace safety performance. Immediately address and manage all safety incidents and injuries. Ensure all incidents are properly documented and OSHA-compliant. Reinforce a culture where Safety → Quality → Delivery → Cost drives all decisions Quality Execution Ensure all production output meets quality standards defined by the Quality organization. Partner with Quality to address defects, training gaps, and process issues. Reinforce adherence to standard work and procedures across departments. Cost Control & Process Efficiency Evaluate manufacturing processes for cost effectiveness and feasibility. Identify and implement improvements to reduce cost, increase throughput, and improve efficiency Optimize use of labor, materials, and equipment to meet productivity targets (measured in dollars output). Systems, Scheduling Feedback & Coordination • Adjust production execution to meet productivity and delivery goals. Develop and implement recovery plans for late or at-risk orders. Training, Development & Team Management Own all production employee training and development. Document and track all training activities; report updates in weekly management meetings. Conduct performance evaluations, including compensation adjustments. Build team capability to support scaling production and improving consistency. Workforce Administration Approve and manage PTO scheduling in coordination with production needs. Ensure staffing levels align with production demand and scheduling requirements. Documentation & Compliance Systems Maintain and update ISO procedures and documentation as required in conjunction with the Quality Manager. Ensure operational processes are documented, standardized, and followed. Communication & Management Participation Participate in management meetings, providing updates on production performance, labor utilization, and risks to delivery Communicate clearly across departments to maintain alignment and execution pace. Additional Responsibilities Perform ad hoc duties as required to support business needs and operational priorities

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have management experience in larger organizations with 100+ employees?

Experience:

Production management: 3 years (Required)

Leadership:

3 years (Required) WIP management: 1 year (Required) Schedule execution: 2 years (Required)

Metal/Aluminum:

5 years (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

5S OR Kaizen OR Lean Manufacturing Certifications (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Houston, TX 77029 (Required)

Work Location:

In person