Assembly Manager at Boyd Corporation in Seattle, WA

Job Description:

With over 90 years of customer-focused performance, Boyd has evolved as a market leader in engineered rubber, plastic, metal, flexible environmental sealing & energy management solutions. Boyd is a unique supplier, valuing our people as our most important resource. With our best-in-class technical sales associates, sales support service teams & field application, quality, & manufacturing engineers, Boyd offers total global solutions to enhance the performance & manufacturability of your products. Our cost-effective, tight-tolerance, global manufacturing capabilities ensure superior total landed cost as well as reliability throughout the product life cycle.

An Assembly Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing assembly area to ensure products are built safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. This role coordinates people, materials, and equipment to meet production schedules while minimizing downtime and waste. The Assembly Manager supervises and supports production staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management. They monitor workflow, address production issues in real time, and collaborate with cross-functional teams such as quality, maintenance, and supply chain to keep operations running smoothly.

Day-to-Day Operations

• Oversee daily assembly line operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and deadlines are met
• Monitor workflow, equipment performance, and material availability to minimize downtime
• Coordinate with supply chain and maintenance teams to resolve production issues quickly
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and continuous improvement practices (e.g., Lean manufacturing)
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as output, efficiency, scrap rates, and on-time delivery
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized production floor

Employee Management

• Supervise, train, and mentor assembly line supervisors and production staff
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and support employee development
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and shift assignments to meet production demands
• Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and safety
• Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and enforce company policies
• Lead onboarding and ongoing training programs for new and existing employees

Production Meetings

• Lead daily production meetings to review targets, performance, and operational challenges
• Communicate production goals, schedule changes, and priorities to team leads and staff
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (quality, engineering, supply chain) to address issues and improve processes
• Review production data and identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction
• Report on production performance and issues to senior management
• Facilitate problem-solving discussions and drive action plans from meeting outcomes
• Additional tasks as needed

Skills and Abilities

• Leadership and team management, with the ability to motivate and develop production staff
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple production activities simultaneously
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with teams and leading production meetings
• Knowledge of safety standards and ability to enforce a safe work environment
• Experience with performance metrics (KPIs) and data-driven decision-making
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and minimize downtime
• Organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methods
• Conflict resolution and employee relations skills
• Basic computer skills (ERP systems, spreadsheets, production tracking software)
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production demands and priorities
• Strong time management and decision-making abilities
• Familiar with ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 requirements
• ERP (SAP, EPICOR) system experience

Compensation

• FLSA Exempt: Between $95,000-$115,000

Boyd is an equal opportunity employer and offers the following benefits:

• Medical (3 PPO plan options), dental, and vision insurance plans

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts

• Employer-provided AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability

• Voluntary accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and whole life

plans

• Voluntary life insurance plans

• 401k with company match

• 50% subsidized unlimited use ORCA pass

• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick time

• Annual discretionary bonus

All Job Posting Locations (Location)

Seattle

Remote Type

On-Site

EEO Statement

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.