Production Manager Location : KALAMAZOO, MI, United States Job Family : Manufacturing and Production Job Type : Regular Posted : May 5, 2025 Job ID : 56774 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. Position Summary The Production Manager is a key role responsible for advocating and supporting the Corporate WIN Strategy by managing and improving the quality, cost, delivery, morale and safety of the Shoes and Valves team. Position has responsibility for hourly personnel. Additionally, this position provides indirect leadership to other key support team members and serves as the leader of the High-Performance Team. Driving meaningful progress in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost will be the main focus of this position. Essential Functions • Supervisory responsibility includes, but is not limited to, training and developing subordinates, delegating work assignments, coaching and counseling employees, and administering disciplinary procedures up to and including Written Warnings. The employee has the responsibility and authority to identify the status of production materials and take action with such materials as defined in such documents as controlled plans and work instructions. Will interact with employees at all levels of the organization, customers, and outside contacts. • Work with team members to identify continuous improvement opportunities. Constantly identify and eliminate waste in assigned departments. Champion Lean Kaizen events to identify cost and time savings. Participate in cost-reduction programs. Coordinate new product launches with Engineering. • Ensure quality standards are met that emphasize and focus on continuous improvement in an effort to improve manufacturing capability and reduce rework and scrap. Contain source of quality issues. Communicate with customers and establish and maintain effective relationships. Coordinate corrective action activities. • Perform capacity analysis using build plans. Determine staffing requirements for the assigned production area. Ensure that departmental productivity targets are met to meet customer requirements. Troubleshoot scheduling and material issues. • Develop and deploy standardized work instructions of assigned department(s). Ensure process stability through following standardized work. • Promote and enforce compliance of safety policies and procedures. Conduct safety investigations and audits. Address safety non-compliance. Maintain Operation Showcase. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree • 2-3 years previous supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Must have demonstrated leadership abilities. • Proficient computer skills. • Must have ability to effectively work with people in a team environment and at various levels of the organization. • Must possess strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package. Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive compensation, including participation in annual incentive programs, and benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes: Benefit & Retirement Plans Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including: • Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. • 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay • Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay • Career development and tuition reimbursement • Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. • Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. • Paid Time Off and up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays. Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility): • Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more! • The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours. Additional Benefits: • Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.). • Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000). • Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options. • A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members. • Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods. Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_gina\_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015). This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.