Production Manager

Description

Company information:

www.volumod.com

Volumod (Vol-U-mod) is a multi-family modular construction company located on the Far East Side of Indianapolis, Indiana.

Volumod’s team of more than 100 skilled professionals builds apartment buildings and other multi-family housing in sections - called modules - within a heated-and-cooled facility. On the factory floor, each home moves through 20 different stations, including framing, electrical, plumbing, flooring, drywall, siding, roofing, and interior finish, with kitchens and bathrooms installed, to produce a home that is 90% complete!

The modules are then wrapped, transported by semi truck, and lifted with a crane to form multifamily communities. Modular construction improves speed, consistency, quality, and efficiency compared with traditional, onsite construction, bringing value to our clients.

At Volumod, we’re not just delivering a better product to our clients. We’re helping transform lives by creating beautiful, affordable housing - sacred spaces where people live and are proud to call home. We’re also passionate about seeing lives transformed within the Volumod organization as our employees improve their lives with a great job and whole-person support that helps them thrive in every area. We offer living wages, major medical coverage, 401K contributions, and a culture of hope. Will you join us?

Multi-family Modular Production Manager

The Production Manager is responsible for leading, managing, and coordinating all aspects of the modular production process in a manufacturing and assembly environment. The role's primary goal is to ensure that modular units are built safely, on time, to the highest quality standards, and within budget. This includes managing a team of skilled tradespeople and laborers, optimizing production workflows, and collaborating with various departments to achieve company goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Production Management and Oversight:
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the production facility, ensuring all activities related to modular unit construction are executed safely and efficiently.
  • Develop and implement production schedules and plans to meet project deadlines and company goals.
  • Monitor production performance, analyze key metrics (e.g., productivity, quality, costs), and make necessary adjustments to optimize efficiency.
  • Identify production bottlenecks and implement solutions to maintain a smooth and continuous workflow.
  • Ensure all production activities comply with safety regulations (e.g., OSHA standards) and company policies.
• Team Leadership and Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a diverse team of supervisors, team leads, tradespeople, and shop workers.
  • Set clear expectations, provide training, and conduct performance evaluations for all production staff.
  • Foster a positive. caring and productive work environment, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
  • Participate in the hiring, training, and disciplinary actions for production employees.
• Quality Control:
  • Build the quality into the product vs. inspecting it in.
  • Establish and enforce strict quality control standards for all modular builds.
  • Implement quality assurance and control measures to ensure all units meet design specifications and building codes.
  • Conduct regular inspections and lead corrective actions when quality issues arise.
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
  • Collaborate with other departments, including sales, engineering, procurement, and field operations, to ensure alignment on materials, designs, and timelines.
  • Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of materials and to manage inventory effectively.
• Process Improvement:
  • Continuously review and analyze production processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and other continuous improvement practices to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve any production issues that arise, taking decisive action to minimize delays.

Benefits:

Volumod offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Eligible employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with company-paid life and disability coverage. We provide a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid time off, and paid holidays. Additional benefits include ancillary coverage such as critical illness, hospitalization, accident, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, and production bonus programs. Our goal is to invest in our team by providing meaningful benefits that help you thrive both personally and professionally. This is a fast-paced, fun environment where a trade can be learned, a sacred space created, and a life can be transformed.

We are not accepting candidates from recruiters or staffing firms.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in modular or prefabricated construction.
• Experience leading and managing large teams in a fast-paced production environment.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of construction principles, methods, and materials, particularly for multifamily buildings.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and quality control methodologies.
• Familiarity with production management software and tools.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards (e.g., OSHA)

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Highly organized with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• A resourceful and solutions-oriented mindset.