Production Manager - Westfield, MA

About the role

Oversee daily production operations to achieve targets related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost efficiency
Lead, develop, and manage production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Establish and prioritize manufacturing schedules based on customer demand, capacity, and operational constraints
Monitor production metrics and performance data to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions
Collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to optimize workflows and resource utilization
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, as well as quality management systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured methodologies
Develop long-term production strategies, including capital planning and process enhancements
Manage staffing, hiring, training, and performance evaluations within the department
Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure on-time delivery and operational alignment

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to achieve targets related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost efficiency
• Lead, develop, and manage production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Establish and prioritize manufacturing schedules based on customer demand, capacity, and operational constraints
• Maintain production metrics and performance data to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to optimize workflows and resource utilization
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, as well as quality management systems
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured methodologies
• Develop long-term production strategies, including capital planning and process enhancements
• Manage staffing, hiring, training, and performance evaluations within the department
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure on-time delivery and operational alignment

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing or production leadership roles
• Proven ability to lead teams in high-volume, fast-paced production environments
• Strong background in production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Expertise in analyzing performance metrics and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with safety and quality standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO, or similar frameworks)
• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to mentor teams and develop future leaders

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in production leadership roles
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of industry best practices and trends

Skills

• Production planning and scheduling
• Resource allocation
• Performance analysis and improvement
• Safety and quality standards compliance
• Continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Team leadership and mentoring

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential and profit-sharing opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Retirement savings plan with strong employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development programs
• Additional benefits such as life insurance, disability coverage, and commuter benefits
• Discounts on personal insurance and optional benefits (including pet insurance)
• A stable, growth-oriented organization with opportunities for advancement

Pay

Competitive base salary with bonus potential and profit-sharing opportunities

Schedule

Full-time position