Assistant Production Manager ( Manufactured Housing / Construction) (Caldwell, I
Kitwest, Caldwell, ID, United States
Assistant Production Manager (Manufactured Housing / Construction)
Location: Caldwell, ID (Fully Onsite – 1000 Garber St)
Company: KIT Custom HomeBuilders
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
About KIT Custom HomeBuilders
Now celebrating over 80 years, KIT Custom HomeBuilders has been building quality, affordable, and customizable homes since 1945. As a high‑volume manufactured housing producer, we are committed to craftsmanship, safety, accountability, and teamwork. Leadership roles are held to elevated standards of performance, professionalism, and compliance.
Position Summary
The Assistant Production Manager supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily plant operations within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in coordinating production activities, supporting department leadership, and ensuring alignment with company expectations related to safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and performance.
This position works closely with Foremen, Supervisors, Quality Control, Maintenance, Safety, Materials, and Human Resources to maintain efficient, consistent, and compliant operations across departments. As a member of plant leadership, this role is expected to model company values and maintain a strong presence on the production floor.
Key Responsibilities
Support daily production planning and execution
Monitor production schedules, staffing levels, and workflow across departments
Assist leadership in meeting production goals and operational targets
Coordinate workflow between Production, Quality Control, Maintenance, Safety, and Materials
Help resolve production delays, staffing issues, and operational challenges
Track and communicate production performance, output, and efficiency
Support enforcement of company policies related to safety, attendance, conduct, and performance
Provide coaching, direction, and support to Foremen and Supervisors
Assist with onboarding, training coordination, and leadership support as needed
Support documentation of production issues, incidents, and operational concerns
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Leadership Expectations
Lead by example in professionalism, accountability, and conduct
Support consistent enforcement of company policies and expectations
Communicate clearly and effectively with leadership, Foremen, and Supervisors
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Support HR, Safety, and Management initiatives and directives
Maintain a strong and consistent leadership presence on the production floor
Skills & Competencies
Leadership and team-support skills
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Production coordination and workflow support
Conflict resolution and decision-making
Basic computer, reporting, and tablet proficiency
Professionalism and accountability
Qualifications
Required
Experience in manufacturing, production, or construction environment
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory support experience
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to support production operations and leadership teams
Ability to work extended hours and overtime as production demands require
Preferred
Experience in manufactured housing or high-volume production
Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Experience coordinating production workflow
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels
Standing and walking throughout production areas
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing
Exposure to machinery, dust, and varying temperatures
Required use of PPE including safety glasses and hearing protection
Work Schedule
Full-time, fully onsite position
Schedule aligned with plant production needs
Extended hours, early starts, weekends, and overtime may be required
Dependability and punctuality are essential
Why Join KIT Custom HomeBuilders
Stable, long-standing company with over 80 years of success
Opportunity to grow within plant leadership
Hands‑on, fast‑paced environment with real operational impact
Competitive compensation and leadership development opportunities
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Location: Caldwell, ID (Fully Onsite – 1000 Garber St)
Company: KIT Custom HomeBuilders
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
About KIT Custom HomeBuilders
Now celebrating over 80 years, KIT Custom HomeBuilders has been building quality, affordable, and customizable homes since 1945. As a high‑volume manufactured housing producer, we are committed to craftsmanship, safety, accountability, and teamwork. Leadership roles are held to elevated standards of performance, professionalism, and compliance.
Position Summary
The Assistant Production Manager supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily plant operations within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in coordinating production activities, supporting department leadership, and ensuring alignment with company expectations related to safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and performance.
This position works closely with Foremen, Supervisors, Quality Control, Maintenance, Safety, Materials, and Human Resources to maintain efficient, consistent, and compliant operations across departments. As a member of plant leadership, this role is expected to model company values and maintain a strong presence on the production floor.
Key Responsibilities
Support daily production planning and execution
Monitor production schedules, staffing levels, and workflow across departments
Assist leadership in meeting production goals and operational targets
Coordinate workflow between Production, Quality Control, Maintenance, Safety, and Materials
Help resolve production delays, staffing issues, and operational challenges
Track and communicate production performance, output, and efficiency
Support enforcement of company policies related to safety, attendance, conduct, and performance
Provide coaching, direction, and support to Foremen and Supervisors
Assist with onboarding, training coordination, and leadership support as needed
Support documentation of production issues, incidents, and operational concerns
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Leadership Expectations
Lead by example in professionalism, accountability, and conduct
Support consistent enforcement of company policies and expectations
Communicate clearly and effectively with leadership, Foremen, and Supervisors
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Support HR, Safety, and Management initiatives and directives
Maintain a strong and consistent leadership presence on the production floor
Skills & Competencies
Leadership and team-support skills
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Production coordination and workflow support
Conflict resolution and decision-making
Basic computer, reporting, and tablet proficiency
Professionalism and accountability
Qualifications
Required
Experience in manufacturing, production, or construction environment
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory support experience
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to support production operations and leadership teams
Ability to work extended hours and overtime as production demands require
Preferred
Experience in manufactured housing or high-volume production
Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Experience coordinating production workflow
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels
Standing and walking throughout production areas
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing
Exposure to machinery, dust, and varying temperatures
Required use of PPE including safety glasses and hearing protection
Work Schedule
Full-time, fully onsite position
Schedule aligned with plant production needs
Extended hours, early starts, weekends, and overtime may be required
Dependability and punctuality are essential
Why Join KIT Custom HomeBuilders
Stable, long-standing company with over 80 years of success
Opportunity to grow within plant leadership
Hands‑on, fast‑paced environment with real operational impact
Competitive compensation and leadership development opportunities
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