WET (Design)
Assembly Production Manager
North Hollywood, California
At
WET (Design), we transform the elements—water, fire, ice, fog, and light—into breathtaking, multi-sensory installations renowned worldwide. From the Fountains of Bellagio to the awe-inspiring Dubai Fountain, our work merges art, science, and advanced engineering to captivate millions.
Our creations are not just static features—they are
dynamic assemblies, each integrating 5,000 to 9,000 precision-engineered parts, systems, and control components. As we continue to innovate, we’re seeking a technical and driven Assembly Production Manager to orchestrate the teams responsible for building the world’s most complex and visually stunning water features.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and empower a team of 40+ technical assemblers as they construct, test, and deliver highly dynamic, multi-thousand-part systems—blending mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and control elements
- Own all aspects of the assembly floor: operating at the intersection of engineering, rapid prototyping, lean production, and world-class quality assurance
- Collaborate deeply with Design, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to drive industrialization and manufacturability of new and custom installations
- Create a Visual Factory environment—using live production dashboards, standardized work, and clear workflow to manage high-mix, high-complexity builds
- Drive a culture of technical excellence, root-cause problem-solving, and continuous improvement; facilitate Kaizen and A3 sessions to optimize processes for complex, large-scale assemblies
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and Theory of Constraints (TOC) to maximize throughput, eliminate bottlenecks, and ensure flawless execution on enormous BOMs
- Oversee precise interpretation and actioning of intricate engineering drawings, detailed work instructions, and component-level documentation—ensuring unerring accuracy with every assembly
- Manage rapid iteration, technical feasibility, and integration of late-stage design changes during dynamic project timelines
- Set, track, and achieve exceptional standards in on-time delivery, quality, and team performance in an environment defined by pace, precision, and complexity
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 7+ years’ experience managing large teams in a high-complexity, high-mix assembly environment (e.g., large capital equipment, special effects, advanced robotics, aerospace, or automotive prototype)
- Demonstrated proficiency in scaled assembly of systems with thousands of parts, moving interfaces, and multi-disciplinary integration
- Deep, hands-on knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (A3, Kaizen, VSM); TOC expertise highly preferred
- High technical fluency: able to interpret complex technical drawings, redlines, multi-level BOMs, and technical engineering documentation
- Proven success in production planning, resource allocation, and process optimization for custom, high-volume assembly
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills; experience with live performance metrics and continuous monitoring tools
- Track record of cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and supply chain in a fast-evolving environment
- Rigor in compliance with industry safety, quality, and documentation standards
- Hands-on, floor-engaged leadership style—comfortable solving technical problems in real time with your team
Who Thrives Here
- Leaders with genuine passion for building dynamic, visually ambitious, multi-thousand-part systems
- Mentors who can develop the technical and personal capability of teams through high-growth, high-change cycles
- Operators who perform best in settings where engineering precision meets creative ambition, and where every day brings a new challenge to tackle
Why WET (Design)?
Here, you’ll direct the assembly of installations that push the boundaries of science, engineering, and visual art. Your leadership makes these massive, moving features possible—leaving a mark on public spaces around the globe.
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