Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
• 75+ years of financial stability

Derse employs nearly 600 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and various communities in Poland & Germany. Visit our website derse.com to learn more! 

As the Production Manager, you'll oversee and maintain accountability on behalf of our production shop. This will include planning and reviewing both construction and service projects for team distribution and monitoring for quality control amongst a variety of projects. The Production Manager will also lead the shop teams on Derse initiatives and determine solution based methods for incoming projects.  Joining our team comes with a unique challenge and set of responsibilities in the trade show and experiential marketing industry! Read through and apply if this sounds like the opportunity for you!   

Production Manager Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain full accountability for shop to include; construction, service, warehouse, metal, CNC etc., overseeing the Production Supervisor(s) and shop personnel
• Review and approve all SODs / quality and timeliness of production SOD information 
• Produce the two-week schedule and capacity reports
• Monitor project profitability through the Project Managers and Production Supervisor(s)
• Determine with the Production Supervisor(s) labor, facility, and equipment resource needs that will evolve to meet business growth & make appropriate recommendations
• Lead quarterly shop meetings
• Develop and execute Production department short and long-term goals and strategies
• Lead and monitor safety including company safety procedures and quarterly scheduled meetings
• Act as liaison between sales staff and production staff (Project Managers, logistics, detailing)
• Responsible for quality control, which includes conducting periodic shop inspections ensuring shop orderliness & cleanliness
• Minimal to moderate travel to other Derse locations and client tradeshows, as needed
• Manage direct reports through; Assignment and monitoring of work, adherence to company policy and procedures (including attendance), approve vacation & time off, personnel training / mentoring / coaching for direct reports, & conduct quality performance reviews
• In conjunction with HR, carry out principles and regulations of Equal Employment Opportunity as they apply to hiring, terminating, promoting & disciplinary actions.

Production Manager Requirements and Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration or related study and / or (5-7) or more years of supervisory experience required
• Hands on knowledge of exhibit construction or fixtures/cabinet-making/millwork trades required
• Demonstrated experience in providing leadership, implementing strong team-building skills and mentoring staff
• Highly organized, flexible and ability to work necessary hours in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Advanced in Microsoft Office / Microsoft Suite