Production Manager - Custom Closet Manufacturing

About the role

California Closets, founded in 1978, designs custom storage solutions such as walk-in closets, pantries, home offices and entertainment centers. It is looking for an experienced, hands-on Production Manager to lead all manufacturing and production operations at its custom closet and storage facility in Poway, ensuring safe, efficient and timely production of high-quality products.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing of custom closet, garage, home office, pantry, media center and specialty storage products, manage production schedules and monitor workflow from design release through staging, loading and installation preparation.
• Keep CNC machines, edge banders, saws and other equipment running effectively and well maintained; analyze capacity and staffing needs.
• Supervise, coach and evaluate shop technicians and production staff, set daily priorities and partner with HR on hiring and performance management.
• Ensure products meet quality standards, implement quality assurance procedures, investigate errors and track quality KPIs.
• Manage suppliers and vendors, coordinate ordering and inventory, and negotiate pricing and delivery terms.
• Maintain SOPs, run continuous improvement initiatives and use production data to find improvement opportunities.
• Oversee staging and loading of finished jobs, coordinate with installation teams, package and label goods and resolve field issues affecting customers.
• Promote workplace safety, ensure OSHA and local compliance, conduct safety meetings and inspections, and investigate incidents.

Required profile

• 5+ years of manufacturing, production or operations management experience, including 3+ years in direct supervision.
• Experience managing production schedules, workflow and employee performance.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems and continuous improvement.
• Ability to read production drawings, specifications and work orders.
• Bilingual: effective communication in English and Spanish with customers, vendors and team members.
• Preferred: custom cabinetry, woodworking or millwork experience; CNC machine operation; Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement training; forklift certification; ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel to installation sites.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems.
• Organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.

What we offer

• Base salary of $100,000 - $110,000 per year.
• Quarterly performance bonus tied to operational, quality, safety and profitability goals.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) with company match (if applicable).
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.