Production Manager

About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies (“Vibrantz” or “Company”) is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.   Serving customers globally, our innovations are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications to enhance the hue, functionality, safety and environmental footprint of everyday consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable benefits like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints.  Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 60 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents and employs roughly 4,000 individuals. We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship, and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages employees’ heads, hands and - uniquely - their hearts. 

Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. 

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com. 

Job Function

Reporting into the Director of Operations, the Production Manager will be based out of our Vickery Rd, TX site and will be responsible for the plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational plans, strategies, and goals to optimize production processes and achieve targets.
• Analyze production capacity, resources, and demand to ensure optimal utilization and efficient workflow.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction while maintaining quality standards.
• Lead, motivate, and supervise employees, ensuring they are properly trained, engaged, and aligned with company objectives.
• Establish clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback, coaching, and support to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Foster a positive work culture that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate production metrics, including output, cycle time, scrap rates, and downtime, implementing measures to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and implement quality control processes to minimize defects and maximize customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and equipment necessary for production.
• Optimize inventory levels, minimize stockouts, and manage inventory accuracy through efficient tracking systems and regu