Production Manager (2nd shift)

Responsibilities

• Shift Ownership:
• Own all aspects of second shift production, ensuring safe, efficient operation and meeting daily production targets (safety, quality, delivery, cycle time and uptime).
• Team Leadership:
• Lead and develop a team of supervisors and associates.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Operational Excellence:
• Implement and sustain lean manufacturing principles (5S, standardized work) to optimize processes, reduce waste, and maximize throughput.
• Problem-Solving:
• Proactively identify and resolve production bottlenecks.
• Implement root cause corrective actions to maintain process stability.
• Quality & Safety:
• Champion a safety-first culture .
• Drive relentless quality assurance, ensuring all vehicles meet exacting standards and addressing deviations immediately.
• Cross-Functional Partnership:
• Collaborate effectively with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and Facilities to resolve issues and successfully implement process changes.
• Data Analysis:
• Utilize production data (OEE, scrap rates) to analyze performance, identify trends, and make informed decisions for operational improvement.

Requirements

• Experience: 7-10+ years of progressive leadership experience in high-volume manufacturing, with 5+ years in direct production management. Automotive or EV assembly experience preferred.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, or a related technical experience.
• Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate large teams under pressure. Strong understanding and practical application of Lean Manufacturing principles. Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Attributes: Highly adaptable, decisive, and possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate issues across all organizational levels.
• Key Benefits & Perks:
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) - 100% employee covered
• Early-stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
• California Pay Range
• $120,000 - $140,000 USD
• Equal Opportunity
• Candidate Data Privacy

Benefits

Additional Information

About Harbinger Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation. Job Overview As Production Manager (2nd shift), you will lead the high-volume production of our innovative EV vehicle platforms during the second shift manufacturing operations. This role requires a skilled, relentless problem-solver and hands-on leader dedicated to operational excellence, safety, quality and productivity in a dynamic, high-pressure environment. You will play a critical role in achieving our mission to redefine sustainable commercial transportation.

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