Production Manager

Wallingford, Connecticut

ATLAS FILTRI NORTH AMERICA
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Company Overview:

Atlas Filtri is a dynamic company with manufacturing facilities in Italy and in the US. For 50 years, we have been designing, developing, and producing components and solutions for water filtration systems and equipment for water treatment applicable to domestic and industrial sectors. The company's product range includes water filters, filter housings, filter cartridges, self-cleaning filters, anti-scale units, portable filters, drinking water filters, RO units, softeners, media filters, U.V. lamp sterilization, water treatment full plants, dosing pumps, chemical products.


We have three US manufacturing facilities; Atlas Filtri North America is our US headquarters, located in Wallingford, CT, where we store our components and perform assembly, Watertown Plastics in Watertown, CT is where we do plastic injection molding and Hydro-Flow Filtration Systems in Temecula, CA is where we manufacture our carbon blocks.


Position Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and hands-on Production Manager to be a key member of the Operations team in our Wallingford, CT location and have a direct impact on the company's performance. As the Production Manager, you will be responsible for all assembly and inventory management processes as well as management of hourly employees. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes extreme ownership and thrives in a dynamic and customer-focused environment. This position reports to the Director of Operations.


Key Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day assembly and inventory management operations

Manage a team of 10 employees, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to production quality standards

Perform daily shopfloor management meetings and promote a culture of safety, accountability, and 5S workplace organization

Schedule daily and weekly production activities to achieve 100% on-time delivery

Utilize ERP system and visual management to oversee inventory levels

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse

Lead inventory management efforts to improve inventory accuracy, including physical counts, and addressing discrepancies.

Verify part locations are correct physically and virtually, and work to improve part storage methods to optimize efficiency and reduce errors in retrieval.

Ensures safe operation and maintenance of production equipment

Drive a continuous improvement culture to improve assembly process, streamline workflows, and suggest improvements for increased efficiency, quality, and overall performance.


Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications

Familiarity with ERP systems

Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Spanish speaker is a plus.


What We Offer

Between $75k and $115k annual largely depending on experience and background.

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with generous company match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Date Posted: 22 May 2025
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