JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Summary The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and consistent production of high-quality precious and non-precious metal-plated components and products. This role manages production personnel, scheduling, workflow, process execution, quality, and manufacturing performance while working closely with Engineering, Quality, Chemical Laboratory, and senior management. In an engineering-driven manufacturing environment, the Production Manager must understand the relationship between plating processes, part design, surface preparation, process parameters, and final product performance. The successful candidate will balance day-to-day production demands with technical problem-solving, process improvement, and the development of a skilled, accountable production team. This is a hands-on leadership position well suited to an individual who thrives in a smaller manufacturing organization where collaboration, flexibility, sound technical judgment, and personal accountability are essential. Key Responsibilities 1. Production Planning and Execution 2. Process Control 3. Quality and Continuous Improvement 4. Team Leadership and Development 5. Equipment, Materials, and Facility Management 6. Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Compliance 7. Cross-Functional Collaboration Qualifications Required Four year college degree. Experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment, preferably in metal finishing, electroplating, surface treatment, or another process-driven industry. Demonstrated experience leading production employees and coordinating daily manufacturing activities. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a changing production environment. Working understanding of manufacturing processes, process control, quality systems, and root-cause problem-solving. Ability to interpret work instructions, engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. A hands-on management style with the ability to work directly with operators, technicians, engineers, and senior management. Commitment to workplace safety, product quality, and continuous improvement.Preferred Experience with electroplating, including silver and gold plating. Knowledge of plating chemistry, surface preparation, coating thickness control, adhesion, porosity, and corrosion or tarnish... For full info follow application link. Advanced Plating Technologies is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/C32F27D0325D4077 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.