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Production Manager I

Vigor Works

$103,118.00 - $128,898.00 / yr

paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Washington, Vancouver

Jul 18, 2025

Description

Who We Are
Founded in 1995, Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative and integrated partner with a national footprint in the marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication and marine services. Evolving over decades from a collection of the best-in-class companies with unique and complementary capabilities on the East and West coasts, our spirit of innovation and legacy of performance make Vigor Marine Group a preferred, full-service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors. Today we offer advanced services and complete solutions for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Military Sealift Command, state ferry systems, the cruise industry, the commercial fishing industry and more.
With four shipyards for maintenance and modernization and one for fabrication, including the largest floating dry dock in the western hemisphere, our more than 2,000 dedicated employees across four states - from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk - personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation - through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the word-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security.
Where we are - Marine Fabrication
Vancouver, Washington is surrounded by forests, rivers, and mountains and is a top destination for outdoor lovers. It has a mild climate with four seasons. Its mild winters and warm summers make it an attractive city in the Pacific Northwest. Vancouver is more affordable city than its neighbors, Portland and Seattle and has no state income tax. It is a vibrant city full of restaurants, shops and parks, and is known for its walkability, historic charm and family friendly neighborhoods. Vancouver has garnered many awards including Livability's "Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025 and 2023" and Niche's 2025 rankings include Vancouver on several lists including Best City for Outdoor Activities, a Healthiest Place to Live in America and several others. Healthcare is the city's largest employer, followed by manufacturing and technology.

PAY RANGE: $103,118 - 128,898

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for leading project based job results, specifically in regards to delivery of the product under budget and on-time. This is accomplished by leading the development and execution of a daily/weekly plans that successfully supports overall project objectives. He/she will interface with and take direction from the Sr. Production Manager and Production Director in generating executable plans to deliver to Superintendents, Foreman and Leadsman, for fabricating deliverable products. Assists the supervisors and work station leads in mitigation strategies as soon as variances from schedule are identified. Expected to maintain a daily progress plan which is required to identify and mitigate variances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities.)

Establishes a safe working environment by ensuring the utilization of daily safety briefs. Enforces Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), discussing job hazard analysis, accident prevention, and facility and equipment serviceability and function.
Sequencing units of work to meet required delivery dates and maintain project profitability within or ahead of budge. Forecasts and removes roadblocks identified by Supervisors/Foreman/Leads and production workers.
Lead supervisors in resolving any issues and eliminating barriers that may compromise the successful completion of the plan and elevate those issues they are unable to resolve.
Primary liaison between workers or leads at each of their responsible work stations regarding communications relative to performance on safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
Manages subcontract production labor through subcontractor's onsite supervisors.
Responsible to coordinate supervisors and craft workers in prioritizing activities/jobs to meet or exceed schedule needs.
Understands, implements, and enforces company and departmental policies/procedures, and necessary code compliance per applicable project requirements.
Identify and report Condition Found Report (CFR) changes in scope of base work package by initiating/writing the CFR to clearly describe the problem and provide a recommended action/resolution.
Responsible for the hiring and selection of craft employees.
Monitors and evaluates employee performance.
Takes progressive and documented corrective action as needed.
Works with HR as needed on progressive discipline

JOB SCOPE:

The position operates within established policies and procedures covering each work station.
Individual must have agreement from Sr. Production Manager to revise standard work practices regarding safety, environmental rules, and revision to work shifts.
Will participate in decisions for selection of supervisors on assigned projects.
Incumbent is responsible for condition, function, safety, and operations/equipment within their related work stations.
Accountable to support Superintendents/Supervisors with approximately 40-100 craft employees in various skills in numerous work stations in manufacturing shops.
Responsible for employee training and qualification
Ensuring daily maintenance of equipment and upkeep, and other general housekeeping.
Able to manage multiple superintendents, supervisors, and various leads.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Supervise up to 4 employees

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written for constant interaction with all departments and employee levels and outside customers.
Ability to lead, manage and motivate employees in a production environment.
Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
Must have the analytical ability to research problem areas and special requests
Must be a well-organized, detail oriented self-starter.
Ability to read and comprehend work specifications, work orders, blueprints, contracts and technical publications.
Ability to handle competing priorities and deadlines effectively and respond well to last minute, high priority, time sensitive projects.
Ability to handle the pressure of constant interruptions.
Must possess the ability to facilitate group decision-making, team building and conflict resolution.
Must be able to react and perform in emergency situations.
Ability to use PC and software applications such as MS Office, Excel, and database programs.
Must have a working knowledge and understanding of Quality Management System ISO 9001 2015, along with AWS/ASM, Weld Procedures (WPS).
Knowledge of ABS rules for high speed navel craft.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree or equivalent work experience is preferred.
Minimum 7 years of experience in a heavy industry manufacturing/fabrication/assembly/ production environment, with increasing responsibilities.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory capacity, with increasing responsibilities.
Incumbent must have experience and thorough knowledge of production procedures, government regulations, and administrative procedures.
He/she must have experience and a working knowledge of all specific operations of departments, including all machinery and tools.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity. In total60% normal office environment and 40% of time spent in production areas in yard. He/she must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders; to enter confined areas and tanks; or review work at heights. The incumbent must be able to frequently bend, squat, crawl, twist and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour with occasional weekend work. There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While in production areas will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CITIZENSHIP: Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.
Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.

Vigor Values
Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.
Truth:We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility:We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love:We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in
At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical	RX	Dental	Vision	Life
AD&D	LTD	STD	EAP	Discretionary bonus
Tuition Reimbursement	FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation)	10 paid holidays	PTO	401(k)

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.
In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.