Shane Yates
Warminster,PA
Summary
Production Manager with 8+ years of rapid advancement in a 100-employee manufacturing environment, currently leading multi-department operations across machining, welding, packaging, and magnetics. Proven track record of driving measurable performance improvements, implementing structured operational systems, and scaling processes across departments. Strong cross-functional leader focused on optimizing workflows, eliminating bottlenecks, and developing teams to support continued growth into senior leadership roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager – Machining, Welding, Packaging & Magnetics
Magna-Power Electronics
Flemington, NJ
01.2024 - Current
- Lead operations across four departments within a 100-employee manufacturing facility, managing 25 employees
- Applied and standardized proven operational processes from machining, welding, and packaging to the Magnetics department, improving structure, consistency, and overall performance
- Implemented leadership development and training for higher-level employees within Magnetics, strengthening technical ownership and reducing reliance on single key personnel
- Established organization and tracking of purchased components within Magnetics, improving inventory visibility and reducing material-related production delays
- Streamlined production planning processes to improve workflow visibility and proactively identify and eliminate bottlenecks
- Direct daily production scheduling and prioritization to align output with demand and eliminate shortages
- Partner with planning, purchasing, and logistics to proactively resolve material shortages and maintain continuity
- Strengthened team performance and morale while maintaining accountability and production targets
Production Manager – Machining, Welding & Packaging
Magna-Power Electronics
Flemington, NJ
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Expanded leadership scope beyond machining to include establishing the welding department and assuming responsibility for packaging operations
- Supported the development and implementation of fixturing solutions to improve efficiency across newly added departments
- Applied structured workflows and process improvements to stabilize and scale newly added departments
- Implemented standardized quality control processes, reducing errors, scrap, and rework
- Improved workflow efficiency and lead times through targeted process improvements
- Collaborated with planning and purchasing to improve material flow and reduce production delays
- Led hiring efforts, conducted performance reviews, and supported employee development in coordination with HR
Production Manager – Machining
Magna-Power Electronics
Flemington, NJ
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Promoted from machinist into leadership role within one year based on performance
- Led capital equipment implementation including Mazak mills, lathe, and Fanuc Robocut EDM to increase production capacity and reduce downtime
- Reduced setup times by 50–80%, including improvements from 90 minutes to under 15 minutes through fixturing and tooling optimization
- Increased production output by up to 4x through CNC program enhancements and workflow improvements
- Designed and implemented a centralized production scheduling system combining shortage tracking, prototype prioritization, and ERP work orders into a single, prioritized workflow
- Improved shop floor execution by establishing a clear, top-to-bottom production list that increased efficiency and reduced confusion
- Managed CNC machining operations including scheduling, setups, and operator coordination
- Maintained quality standards through inspection processes and production oversight
Level 2 Machinist
Magna-Power Electronics
Flemington, NJ
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated and set up Southwestern Trak LPM mills in a production environment
- Assisted in troubleshooting machining issues and improving setup efficiency
- Built a strong foundation in CNC machining and manufacturing processes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management (Project Management Concentration)
Southern New Hampshire University
Diploma - Welding & Fabrication Technology
Bucks County Technical High School
01-2009
Skills
- Operations Leadership
- Production Scheduling
- Process Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Team Leadership (25 Employees)
- CNC Machining (Mazak)
- Fanuc EDM
- Transformer & Inductor Manufacturing
- Quality Systems & Standardization
- ERP Systems (xTuple)
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Production Manager – Machining, Welding, Packaging & Magnetics
Magna-Power Electronics
01.2024 - Current
Production Manager – Machining, Welding & Packaging
Magna-Power Electronics
01.2021 - 01.2024
Production Manager – Machining
Magna-Power Electronics
01.2019 - 01.2021
Level 2 Machinist
Magna-Power Electronics
01.2018 - 01.2019
Diploma - Welding & Fabrication Technology
Bucks County Technical High School
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management (Project Management Concentration)
Southern New Hampshire University
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Hands-on expertise in machining, welding and magnetics manufacturing environments
- Experience with transformer winding, assembly, and testing processes
- Strong leadership focus on accountability, efficiency, and team development
- Continuous improvement mindset with focus on scalable operational systems
Additional Experience
CNC Machinist / Welder (Progressive Roles)
HV Industries — 2016–2018
KNF Neuberger — 2015–2016
Waste Gas Fabricating — 2011–2015
Btec Solutions — 2009–2011
Waste Gas Fabricating — 2006–2009
- Developed strong foundation in CNC machining, welding (MIG/TIG), and fabrication
- Experience with CNC programming using conversational programming (Mazatrol) and G & M code
- Gained experience in setup, operation, and troubleshooting across manual and CNC environments
- Built mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills across multiple manufacturing settings
- Progressed from laborer to skilled machinist and welder through hands-on experience