Post-Production Manager

About the role

Samson, the worldwide leader in high performance cordage, is seeking a Post-Production Manager to lead all post-production operations and ensure the smooth flow of product from production to finished goods inventory. This role requires coordination with various departments including Production, Scheduling, Warehousing, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate post-production priorities and serve as the primary liaison between Production, Scheduling, Warehousing, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service to ensure efficient product flow, on-time shipment performance, and alignment of operational priorities.
• Identify post-production operating supply, equipment, and personnel needs, and review or make recommendations to the Plant Manager.
• Balance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and morale to achieve positive results across all areas while driving continuous improvement.
• Assign, instruct, train, coordinate, and provide direction to department employees in the performance of their job duties. Verify employee timesheet records and track absenteeism.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, throughput, labor utilization, capacity visibility, and overall operational effectiveness within post-production operations.
• Ensure all products are processed, fabricated, and packaged in accordance with established quality standards, customer requirements, and operational procedures.
• Develop and maintain departmental capacity models, labor plans, and workflow visibility to support staffing decisions, scheduling priorities, continuous improvement initiatives, and changing business demands.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Development teams to support fabrication methods, new product introductions, and process improvements.
• Manage departmental budgets, labor costs, staffing levels, and operational expenditures while balancing service, productivity, quality, and safety objectives.
• Develop team members through effective coaching, performance management, and training.
• Take on additional duties and responsibilities as needed to support the team and business objectives at the direction of the Plant Manager.

Requirements

• A demonstrated leader who manages through others, establishes accountability, and leads cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• A clear and concise communicator, both orally and in writing, with strong attention to detail and the ability to present information effectively.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA and state safety regulations, with a strong personal commitment to safety.
• A leader who builds teams, manages effectively, and develops staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with the ability to quickly learn new programs.
• Strong analytical and quantitative thinker.
• A creative problem solver who recommends and implements effective solutions.
• Highly organized, with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Trustworthy and capable of handling confidential and sensitive information.
• A collaborative professional who works cross-functionally and builds strong relationships across Manufacturing, Scheduling, Warehousing, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, and Supply Chain functions.
• Experienced in managing departmental budgets, labor planning, and resource allocation.
• Skilled in utilizing ERP systems, production reporting tools, and data analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Knowledgeable in production planning, workflow management, capacity analysis, and manufacturing performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Required: BA/BS in Business/Management; 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing plant supervisory role may substitute for education.
• Required: Minimum of 5 years manufacturing or other relevant supervisory experience.
• Desired: Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma processes experience.

Skills

• Leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• OSHA and safety regulations knowledge
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Analytical and quantitative thinking
• Problem-solving abilities
• Organizational skills
• Team-building and collaboration
• Financial management
• ERP systems and data analysis
• Production planning and workflow management

Benefits

Samson offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Adequate paid time off, 10 paid holidays, a paid personal day, and paid volunteer time each year.
• Comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and family, along with free Mental Health benefits and an optional free Wellness Plan.
• Annual profit sharing and bonus structures based on position.
• A generous 401(k) match up to 6% of salary, and tuition reimbursement for further education.
• Paid bereavement leave, employer-paid life and disability insurance, and paid jury duty leave.

Pay

The targeted hiring range for this position is $82,000 – $95,000 annually. Hiring rate will depend on qualifications and experience. The full range for this position is $80,689 - $121,035 annually.

Schedule

Details regarding the schedule will be provided upon interview.

About Samson

With over 140 years in the rope industry, Samson is dedicated to meeting the needs of demanding customer applications. We are committed to providing the industry's best service, from pre-sale to installation to post-delivery follow-up, ensuring that we maximize customer experiences to the fullest potential through continual innovation and refinement of our products. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of pioneers keenly focused on making products that not only meet but exceed expectations. That ambition is reflected in our culture of ingenuity and attention to detail. However, at the end of the day, it's our people, not just our products, that make Samson a dynamic company to work for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran).