Print Shop Manager
Velo3D
Fremont, CA, USA
Posted on Jan 29, 2025
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Print Shop Manager to lead our metal 3D printing operations in Fremont, CA. We are looking for a self-starter and team builder who enjoys working hands-on in a high-growth environment.
Essential Functions
- Oversees and directs the work of the Operators, Technicians, and Supervisors evaluates performance, establishes goals, and makes employment-related decisions such as promotions, hiring, and terminations
- Ensures that all objectives are consistently attained in the areas of quality, productivity, yield, and cost
- Establishes appropriate workforce targets and collaborates with Staffing and Production Supervisors to ensure that recruitment targets are met consistently
- Develops, implements, and monitors Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for production and quality goals
- Prepares, maintains, and presents production reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
- Measures and continuously improves compliance in all aspects of manufacturing, including Operators, Supervisors, and Technicians
- Works with the equipment maintenance team to qualify and maintain tools and/or equipment; schedules repairs during production down-time to minimize line disruption
- Reviews, monitors, and prioritizes multiple product flows
- Responds to inquiries from other departments or groups regarding production issues
- Identifies gaps in the production process and makes recommendations that reduce scrap, improve quality, and minimize cycle time
- Adheres to all safety policies and procedures
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Manufacturing, or equivalent relevant experience
- Five years of increasingly challenging experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Five years of experience in a management or supervisory role in a high-mix low volume manufacturing or production environment
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Preferred Qualifications
- Established and/or operated an AS9100 or ISO9001 production environment
- Experience with additive manufacturing, specifically laser powder bed fusion for metal part production
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of machining operations or additive manufacturing
- Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques
- Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
- Knowledge and ability to use Statistical Process Control and Lean Manufacturing techniques
- Able to establish and implement KPIs to monitor and measure production performance
- Able to analyze data, create various reports, and recommend corrective action
- Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
- Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
- Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Flexible and able to prioritize