Production Manager

About this role

Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Lead and manage daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals. • Supervise, coach, and develop supervisors, production team members and any applicable maintenance personnel. • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, OSHA regulations, and quality requirements. • Monitor and adjust production schedules and staffing levels to meet customer demand. • Analyze production data and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to improve operational performance. • Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Human Resources to support operational objectives. • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency. • Ensure proper training and cross-training of production employees. • Conduct performance reviews, corrective actions, and employee development planning. • Manage labor utilization and overtime while controlling department costs. • Maintain accurate production records and reporting. • Support a positive workplace culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and employee engagement. • Manage vendor invoicing and ensure accurate allocation to various general ledgers for production expenses. • Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required • Proficiency with Microsoft Suite • Excellent communication skills and the ability to message to a diverse group of people • Ability to identify and solve problems individually • Ability to work in a fast pace environment, managing multiple priorities and changing the approach based on current business needs. • Ability to review, synthesize and make decisions based on various data sets. • 5+ years of manufacturing or production leadership experience. • 3+ years of direct supervisory or management experience.

Preferred • Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred. • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. • Previous experience in JD Edwards ERP system • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies • Knowledge of engineering platforms such as CAD or Solid Works • Previous experience with general accounting and AP systems

Physical Requirements • Ability to walk throughout the production facility for extended periods. • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, temperature variations, and moving equipment. • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

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