ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER

MANUFACTURING-Schenectady, NY

Fusco Personnel is searching for an Assistant Production Manager to join a growing industrial manufacturer’s operations team.  This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated manufacturing professional who is ready to take the next step into leadership while preparing for advancement into a Production Manager role.

Working closely with experienced operations leadership, you'll gain hands-on experience in production planning, workforce management, quality systems, and manufacturing operations within a highly specialized fabrication environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals.
• Supervise production staff and support scheduling, workflow, and labor efficiency.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Shipping to resolve production issues.
• Support employee training, continuous improvement, and OSHA compliance.
• Monitor production metrics, inventory, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing or fabrication experience with leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in heavy manufacturing, welding, fabrication, or industrial equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, Lean Manufacturing, or ISO quality systems is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• $85,000–$110,000, based on experience.
• Performance bonus opportunity.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Training, professional development, and a clear path to Production Manager.

Fusco Personnel takes great pride in successfully matching talent and culture for our valued clients.  We accomplish this through the hard work and expertise of our exemplary specialty recruiters and staff.

Whether you are contemplating your next career move, or you are seeking the key players to bring your business to the next level – consider contacting our experts.

Fusco Personnel is a NYS Certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer