Torus, Inc

Production Manager

South Salt Lake, UT

full_time

$110,000-$140,000

About This Job

About Torus

Torus is a pioneering, sustainable energy solutions company based in Utah, dedicated to revolutionizing renewable energy storage and management. Our mission is to empower communities to become their own sustainable energy providers.

We are driven by a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability and community. We tackle critical challenges facing the American energy landscape. Our advanced Torus Spin Flywheel™ technology charges and discharges electricity 16 times faster than traditional batteries, ensuring rapid response to grid demands and enhancing energy efficiency.

Our advanced manufacturing, research, and development facilities in South Salt Lake and Springville, Utah drive continuous innovation, and our commitment to American manufacturing ensures quality and reliability. Join us at Torus and be part of an exciting team that is transforming the energy landscape.

About the Role

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Manufacturing Production Manager. In this critical role, you will oversee our facility's production operations, ensuring that we meet our goals for quality, efficiency, and productivity. You will be at the heart of our operations, coordinating with various teams to optimize manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement. If you have a passion for leadership/mentorship and a proven track record in manufacturing production management, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of Torus.

Responsibilities

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Establish production goals and coordinate plans including key metrics to ensure these goals are executed daily, weekly, monthly and on annual production schedules.

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Ensure production schedules are met and products are produced on time, within budget, and according to quality specifications.

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Apply principles of operational excellence coupled with the mission, vision and values of Torus. Establish and manage the workflows supporting the production of Torus’ products or processes.

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Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation, and leading initiatives to enhance production processes and product quality.

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Manage, develop and mentor production team members, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions. Support team members as questions or concerns arise.

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Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, maintaining a safe workplace and promoting a culture of safety among employees. Maintain clean and hygienic conditions across the operation.

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Responsible for all production floor equipment and ensuring that each piece of equipment is properly maintained and operated by qualified team members. Oversee the set-up of machines and re-tooling to support new products.

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Support the auditing and reporting of current inventory levels while making recommendations for restocking and ordering. Verify that proper raw material inventories are maintained to support production.

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Oversee production to ensure all materials and finished goods are free of defects and meet quality requirements.

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Produce and analyze product data and reports.

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Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

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Bachelor’s degree and/or demonstrated and related equivalent experience.

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5+ years of experience operating a successful manufacturing line and applying industry best practices. Experience should include recent production management role(s) or similar experience.

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Ability to successfully monitor and report on key production metrics and output, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing strategies for efficiency.

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Proficient in Google Suite, MS Office and ERP (NetSuite) software.

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Well-honed project management skills, including adept decision-making, problem-solving and strategic planning abilities.

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Proven experience operating a clean, safe and efficient production environment.

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Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.

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Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts.

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Familiarity with bookkeeping, inventory control practices and logistics.

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Excellent leadership skills, including the abilities to set goals, motivate and manage competing priorities or opinions.

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Effective communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening.

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Proven ability to provide alignment among diverse teams and create a culture of success.

Preferred Experience

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Experience working in general product manufacturing such as commercial/industrial electrical goods is preferred.

You’ll be a great fit if you have a passion for helping to solve complex climate challenges and are committed to finding new innovative ways to preserve and enhance our planet. As a member of a rapidly growing startup with an excitement to learn new technologies, you’ll add incredible value as a self-starter and apply your technical skills to empower our customers to discover, purchase, and install the Torus products that will help them live clean, renewable lives.

Our Perks & Benefits

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Employee Rewards Package including equity

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401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

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Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance

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Human-centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including unlimited discretionary PTO; 10-days paid company holidays; Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave.

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Torus paid Life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage

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Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

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Peer Recognition Program

Additional Details

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Experience Bachelor’s degree and/or demonstrated and related equivalent experience.

5+ years of experience operating a successful manufacturing line and applying industry best practices. Experience should include recent production management role(s) or similar experience.

Location + Travel The role is onsite based in our South Salt Lake Headquarters Warehouse (air-conditioned). May require occasional onsite work in Springville R&D warehouse (air-conditioned and non air-conditioned).

Schedule Full-Time, Salaried

Compensation $110,000 - 140,000 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

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Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

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Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.

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Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.

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Occasionally required to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.

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Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.

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Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

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Must report to work with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.

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Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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