Position Purpose

The Senior Production Manager supports project teams and Project Managers by providing production oversight and partnering across Capabilities. This role is assigned to highly complex, fast-paced, or high-volume assigned scopes, working cross-functionally to ensure projects deliver on time, on budget, and to the appropriate market quality standards. Assignments span the full production lifecycle, including contributing to design-for-manufacture decisions, driving strategic outsourcing opportunities, overseeing manufacturing execution, and supporting shop setup.

Responsibilities

To perform the essential responsibilities, individuals must have the following level of education and experience, or equivalent combination. Additionally, the following certifications, knowledge, skills, or physical requirements are necessary for the position.

Support development of budget-appropriate delivery strategies
Develop detailed production plans for assigned scopes
Ensure accurate, practical kit and part scheduling
Be available outside standard working hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
Establish and monitor quality control per TAIT internal processes and customer requirements
Provide feedback to Design and Engineering to maximize procurement and manufacturing opportunities
Monitor scope budgets and influence the Core Team to achieve or beat estimated costs
Manage major scopes with outsource vendors and subcontractors
Partner with Procurement on strategic buying and vendor coordination
Collaborate with Core Team members and Operational Leaders
Coordinate with other project teams to balance production priorities
Meet regularly with Competency and Enabler Leaders to align priorities
Provide feedback to local leadership on Competency performance, capacity, and resourcing
Support Project Managers in overall accountability for scope, schedule, and budget
Coach and train Project Managers, with a focus on production coordination skills
Provide short-term coverage for Project Managers during peak workload or time-sensitive needs
Provide input into project integration space planning (does not manage space planning)
Provide recommendations on inventory and material management, including stock parts and assemblies
Contribute to or manage prototyping and first-article efforts for innovation projects

Position Requirements

7+ years in production management, project management, or manufacturing leadership role.
Desired degrees: Technical Theater, Manufacturing Management, Mechatronics, Engineering
Familiarity with Entertainment technology preferred.
Familiarity with Electrical, Mechanical and Structural engineering preferred.

Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 commensurate with experience

TAIT Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
Employer-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
Employer-paid Short-term with optional long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness stipends
Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
Paid vacation and 12 holidays

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to accommodate these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.

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