Production Manager

At Senra Systems we believe that the future of manufacturing lies not in automation but in configuration.

We supercharge electrical wire harness manufacturing through software configuration transforming skilled assembly tasks into high-throughput production lines. We enable customers to design what they want when they want it and deliver harness builds at record-breaking speed.

As a Production Manager in our new 100000 ft2 factory you will set the tone for operational excellence in wire harness manufacturing. You will directly manage our Production Supervisors and ensure the technician team meets on-time delivery (OTD) throughput quality and readiness targets in a fast-paced high-mix environment.

You are accountable for floor performance labor allocation production scheduling shift expectations and developing your leadership bench. You drive a high-performance culture of clarity accountability and continuous improvement ensuring all technicians know what to do have what they need and are coached to high performance.

This role is ideal for a balanced hands-on leader who thrives tactically and strategically. Someone that is equally comfortable setting pace on the floor while also developing continuous improvement strategies. We are looking for a leader who can build and motivate strong teams and ensure daily goals are met through disciplined execution pace and real-time problem solving.

What youll own:

Production Execution

• Own daily/weekly/monthly production performance OTD throughput and high FPY results.
• Allocate labor and set daily production plans; ensure priorities parts tools and instructions are in place.
• Set the floor management cadence: start-of-shift cross-functional alignment floor walks end of shift reports etc.
• Escalate part/material issues process barriers and resource gaps proactively.

Team Leadership & Management

• Directly manage Production Supervisors; indirectly lead up to 100 technicians.
• Build a high-accountability culture grounded in performance safety workmanship and continuous improvement standards.
• Conduct weekly 1:1s coach supervisors on leadership rhythm and hold them to staffing and performance outcomes.
• Partner with Training to ensure apprenticeship development and continuous learning objectives for all technicians are executed consistently and effectively.

Quality Safety and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure builds meet workmanship standards (IPC-620 internal workmanship guides).
• Lead frontline response and corrective actions for quality escapes and non-conformances.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts via line design & balancing focused kaizens and flow improvements.
• Champion safe organized and disciplined workspaces (5S).

Cross-Functional Partnering

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering by providing work instruction feedback and process improvement recommendations. Ensure seamless communication when ME deliverables are needed or unblocking on the floor is required.
• Work with Supply Chain to resolve part constraints and maintain production readiness via structured clear-to-builds.
• Partner with the Estimating & Customer Programs team to understand and incorporate customer-driven changes into production workflows. Ensure a tight feedback loop on in-WIP work proactively communicating potential delays.
• Drive alignment with the Plant Director on weekly production plans KPI performance and improvement priorities informed by floor-level insights.

What youll bring to the team:

• 10 years of leadership experience in fast-paced manufacturing (aerospace & defense electrical experience highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience as a Production Manager in an early-stage start-up or contract manufacturer.
• Strong communication skills. Able to communicate with technicians leadership and engineers alike.
• Proven success leading large groups of production technicians and leaders.
• Strong day-to-day execution leadership: scheduling labor planning shift management.
• Experience driving performance through KPIs accountability systems and coaching.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and work order workflows.
• Hands-on approach comfortable spending most time on the production floor.

Bonus Points:

• Experience in electrical/harness manufacturing avionics or precision assembly.
• Experience with IPC-620 or AS9100 environments.
• Track record implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Background in training/developing early-career production teams.

Compensation:

• Compensation will be based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors.
• Salary Range: $140000-$180000
• This is an onsite role at our headquarters in Orange County CA.

Benefits:

• Unmatched opportunities to drive impact on a friendly and mission-driven team
• Own a piece of the pie with equity participation!
• Comprehensive medical dental vision life and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Spending Account (DSA) for health-related expenses
• Unlimited PTO and a 401(k) plan
• Choose a record you love and well add it to our growing vinyl collection!
• $50/month DoorDash credit lunch is on us!
• Up to $100/month reimbursement for gym memberships
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Regular team-building events lunches and the occasional breakfast burrito!
• Bright open office with communal spaces for collaboration and free parking
• Conveniently located near the metro major freeways and local dining spots

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. Contact us ator visit our website.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITARhere.