What You'll Do:

The Production Manager provides hands-on leadership for manufacturing teams in a fast-paced production environment. 

This role is accountable for safety, quality, and delivery performance while developing team capability, driving engagement, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. 

How You'll Do It:

• Lead manufacturing production to ensure high-quality products are produced safely, on time, and within budget.

• Drive continuous improvement through Lean methodologies to enhance performance, safety, and quality.

• Ensure the safety of all operators and individuals within the assigned work area.

• Maintain responsibility for product quality by adhering to established processes and methods.

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering (ME), Quality Engineering (QE), and KPO to ensure product quality standards are met or exceeded.

• Deliver exceptional operational performance, including:

  • On-time delivery greater than 99.5%

  • Efficiency greater than 95%
    by leading work teams and support personnel through effective problem-solving, communication, and coordination with supply chain partners.

• Conduct daily production meetings and set clear expectations for the day’s operations.

• Coordinate with office staff to provide accurate updates on production schedules and product status.

• Maintain daily management data and prepare reports as required.

• Ensure cost-effective production by controlling raw material usage, minimizing waste, and optimizing labor utilization to reduce downtime and unnecessary overtime.

• Implement and sustain Lean processes, problem-solving techniques, Kaizen initiatives, and other quality programs in partnership with support teams.

• Escalate unresolved issues promptly to protect performance, quality, and safety standards.

• Lead, coach, and motivate work teams by developing their skills, fostering engagement, and driving a high-performance culture.

• Meet training and development objectives for all team members within scope of responsibility.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a technical discipline (4-year degree), and

  • 3–5 years of leadership experience in a high-mix, complex manufacturing environment

OR

• Associate’s degree with an engineering or technical focus (2-year degree), and

  • 5–15 years of leadership experience with demonstrated career progression

OR

• Heavy manufacturing or supervisory experience (non-degreed candidates), and

  • 15+ years of leadership experience

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