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Praxis Technology Production Manager in Queensbury, New York
Are you ready to work for a company that truly cares about making a meaningful difference in this world?
About Us
Praxis Technology is a manufacturing company that designs and develops titanium parts for medical devices, aerospace and other consumer markets. We create sustainable flexibility that delivers maximum impact to make people’s lives better. It's pretty cool stuff!
We value people that are highly motivated, self-starters open to learning new things every day. We’re looking for people with a good attitude and strong character who strive to be the best at what they do, take accountability for their actions and are determined and committed to get the job done. We’re highly collaborative, innovative thinkers and we need people from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience to join our growing team. We’ve built our workplace on inclusivity, treating everyone with respect and integrity and providing people with the support and space to do their best work.
We are located in Queensbury, NY at the entry way to the Adirondack Park. We offer a location in beautiful upstate New York that has easy access to Vermont, Montreal, New York City and Saratoga Springs to name a few! If you are interested in four season living at it's finest, Queensbury is for you! For additional information on what you can expect living in Upstate New York, please click the link below!
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Our purpose is growing a great place to work, built on innovation. We do so by embracing the five core values of Praxis:
Team Player
Driven to Improve
Genuinely Care
Dependable
Own It
What we can offer you:
In addition to being part of a locally owned & operated business who values treating everyone with integrity & respect, we offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:
Employee and/or Employee + Child(ren) medical insurance for just $1/month!
Comprehensive Dental + Vision
401k Retirement Plan that we match up to 3%
Basic Life AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off - 18 days first year (pro-rated)
Paid holidays – 9 days
Annual Performance Bonus Potential
Quarterly Bonus Incentive Program for hourly staff
Employee Profit Sharing
Tuition Assistance
R eporting to VP of Operations, the Production Manager is responsible for directing resources and all activities within manufacturing to meet production goals including on-time delivery and targeted yields, as well as ensuring a high level of safety and quality compliance. The Production Manager will be responsible for reviewing, communicating and improving overall effectiveness of the manufacturing lines as well as staying within budgets.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Develop a comprehensive production strategy/ manufacturing plan aligning with business objectives.
Coordinates the execution of manufacturing schedules based on customer delivery schedules, sales requirements and manufacturing capacity.
Maintain a constant awareness of jobs being processed, department issues and equipment malfunctions to quickly determine necessary alternatives to maintain production schedules and on-time delivery.
Oversees the procurement of raw materials and supplies for production.
Lead daily production standup meetings at the beginning of shifts with department supervisors to direct production activities and establish production priorities.
Provide direction, development and leadership to production supervisors to inspire, motivate, coach and develop the team.
Conduct employee reviews, interviews, manage conflicts and performance, recognize achievement, provide feedback and administer progressive discipline actions.
Complete safety, productivity, and policy reports regularly.
Maintains records including labor activities, attendance, training matrix, shop performance, and budgets.
Support capacity planning activities.
Manage performance to plan for critical manufacturing metrics (KPI’s) including but not limited to Safety-Quality-Delivery-Cost.
Work effectively across functions (Quality, Engineering, Finance, etc.).
Collaborate as key member on project teams leading new product validations and continuous improvements initiatives.
Cross collaborates with the company’s quality team to ensure strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance for safe and high-quality manufacturing.
What You Must Bring to This Role
Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
5+ years of practical experience required.
Strong knowledge of production processes, including the use of hand tools, power tools, and forklifts.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong leadership abilities with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
Knowledge of warehouse operations, including inventory management and logistics.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
Praxis is an equal opportunity employer
Department
Manufacturing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Manager/Supervisor
Compensation
80 -90k annually