This job is posted on behalf of Your Talent Source LLC by Top Echelon.
PRODUCTION MANAGER - Aluminum
We’re looking for a Production Manager with experience in Aluminum Extrusion or Metal for our client in TN.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in Aluminum Extrusion or a Metal manufacturing operation.
- 3+ years managing supervisors and production teams in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
- Demonstrated success improving quality performance, productivity, employee engagement, and operational efficiency.
- Strong understanding of quality systems, process improvement, and manufacturing operations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong leadership, coaching, employee development & conflict resolution skills.
- Proven ability to build high-performing and engaged teams.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and manufacturing reporting tools.
EDUCATION
BS degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience may be considered.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
- Partner closely with Quality, Maintenance, Safety, Human Resources, and Supply Chain teams to drive business results while developing a highly engaged workforce.
- Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership to production teams, ensuring efficient manufacturing processes, continuous improvement, and a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
- Direct and oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules, customer requirements, and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, efficiency, scrap, downtime, and labor utilization.
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Lead capacity planning and resource allocation to support current and future business demands.
- Champion a culture of quality throughout the operation, ensuring adherence to customer specifications and internal quality standards.
- Utilize data and root cause analysis tools to drive continuous reduction in scrap, rework, and defects.
- Promote proactive quality ownership across all production employees.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment built on trust, accountability, and teamwork.
- Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and hourly team members to maximize performance and career growth.
- Conduct regular employee communication meetings, shift huddles, and feedback sessions.
- Lead employee engagement initiatives focused on retention, recognition, safety, and development.
- Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, and corrective action when necessary.
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
- Establish action plans to achieve operational and financial performance goals.
- Support implementation of new processes, equipment, and technology improvements.
- Promote a safety-first culture through visible leadership, accountability, and employee involvement.