Production Manager

About the role

Lead a Plant. Build a Team. Make an Impact. Our client is looking for a Production Manager who wants more than simply keeping the plant running. This is an opportunity to lead from the front, develop a high-performing team, and play a key role in driving the future of a growing manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and developing Production Supervisors and plant employees while creating a culture built around safety, accountability, and teamwork.
• Driving operational excellence by meeting production, quality, cost, and customer service objectives.
• Working closely with the Quality team to ensure products consistently exceed customer expectations while promoting continuous improvement throughout the facility.
• Pricing with Maintenance to maximize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and improve overall plant performance.
• Partnering with Shipping and Receiving to optimize production schedules, improve workflow, and ensure customers receive products on time.
• Sponsoring and expanding Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives by encouraging ownership and involvement across the production team.
• Collaborating with Human Resources to recruit, develop, coach, and retain exceptional employees while building a highly engaged workforce.
• Championing Lean Manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events, and process improvements that eliminate waste and improve productivity.
• Maintaining exceptional housekeeping standards through an effective and sustainable 5S program.
• Using data, metrics, and employee feedback to identify opportunities for operational improvement and long-term success.

Requirements

• A four-year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
• At least five years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• A proven ability to lead teams through change while building trust and accountability.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, safety programs, and manufacturing best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop people at every level of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a hands-on leadership style.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is considered a strong asset but is not required.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills.
• Proven ability to drive operational excellence.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of production operations, safety programs, and manufacturing best practices.
• Effective communication and motivational skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and hands-on leadership style.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Six Sigma certification is a plus but not required.