Production Manager

About the role

The Production Manager will oversee and coordinate the operations of a multi-department production facility, ensuring timely and safe production of quality finished goods. This role involves guiding and developing staff, fostering teamwork, and driving excellence in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to a large multi-department production facility, directly and through others.
• Initiate and administer plans and policies in support of the company's strategies relative to production, safety, quality/continuous improvements, service, cost, and inventory.
• Monitor the execution of the master production schedule to ensure satisfaction of all customers' needs while optimizing overall manufacturing effectiveness.
• Establish and develop pro-active communication channels to external customers and suppliers, internal departments, and associates.
• Foster facility teamwork through open communications between producing units and support units.
• Work to ensure the development and success of all the facilities units.
• Pursue employee development through training, empowerment, and recognition.
• Achieve adequate cross-training for workforce flexibility.
• Pursue continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles.
• Achieve compliance with governmental and facility procedures in areas including good manufacturing practices, safety, ergonomics, and security.
• Serve as a role model for the staff and workforce.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing or related field.
• At least 10 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Able to successfully manage and motivate people.
• Able to lead by example.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English required.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, driving daily accountability.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to interact effectively at all levels.
• Professional attitude and presence.
• Ethical, dependable, strong attention to detail, superior organizational and time management skills, self-motivated, and a team player.
• ISO familiarity desired.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 annually, exempt.
• Eligible for bonus.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, grasping, and sitting for long periods.
• Frequent lifting and moving up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring frequent interaction with others.