Production Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Production Manager to lead the daily execution of production operations at our Shreveport Distribution Center. This role creates a critical management layer between the VP of Operations and frontline supervisors, ensuring production expectations translate into consistent execution across the operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to achieve established service, quality, safety, productivity, and compliance goals.
• Manage, coach, and develop Production Supervisors, strengthening accountability and frontline leadership capability.
• Monitor production performance, staffing, labor utilization, workflow, truck times, and quality measures and respond to material variances.
• Cookordinate resources across production areas to ensure work moves efficiently and customer commitments are achieved.
• Build strong communication and collaboration across supervisors and production teams to ensure priorities, expectations, and operational needs are understood.
• Identify recurring production barriers and partner with the VP of Operations, Continuous Improvement, and other leaders to address root causes and improve performance.
• Maintain consistent application of operating procedures, performance expectations, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Foster a positive, accountable work environment where employees are supported, expectations are clear, and leaders follow through on commitments.

Requirements

• 3+ years of leadership experience in distribution, production, warehouse operations, or a similar high-volume environment.
• Previous experience leading and developing frontline supervisors strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage daily operating performance through others.
• Strong people leadership, coaching, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret operating metrics and translate performance information into action.
• An adaptable, solutions-oriented approach and comfort leading in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift.
• Experience within pharmaceutical distribution or another highly regulated environment preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution processes and regulations.

Skills

• Leadership skills
• People management skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HRA, HSA, and FSA reimbursement accounts
Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
Short & Long-term Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Fitness Program Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
401K Savings Plan with a company match

Schedule

This is an on-site role supporting second-shift production. The anticipated schedule is Sunday through Thursday, beginning around 1pm through the completion of production, with some flexibility based on operational needs.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.