Production Manager - Fabrication, Weld & Crane Assembly

Stellar Industries Inc

Garner, IA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Coaching, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Continuous Improvement, Employee Retention, F5 Network Software, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Operations, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Production Management, Productivity Management, Safety/Work Safety, Servant leadership, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Welding, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Garner, IA
POSTED
4 days ago
Description:

Summary: Direct and manage manufacturing activities at Stellar Industries to achieve company goals related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development. Through servant leadership, strategic planning, continuous improvement, and a People First mindset, create an environment where employees are engaged, developed, respected, and empowered to achieve exceptional business results while maintaining a safe and positive workplace culture.


Key responsibilities and accountabilities:


• Champion a People First culture by fostering an environment built on trust, respect, accountability, inclusion, and open communication.

• Maintain a visible presence on the production floor, regularly engaging with team members to understand challenges, remove barriers, recognize contributions, and strengthen relationships.

• Develop supervisors and team leaders through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning to build organizational capability and future leadership pipelines.

• Promote employee engagement by ensuring team members are informed, involved, and connected to plant goals, business performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Lead efforts to attract, retain, and develop talent while creating opportunities for employee growth, skill development, and career advancement.

• Ensure timely and meaningful recognition of individual and team achievements that support company values, safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

• Foster a culture where employee feedback is actively sought, valued, and acted upon to improve the work environment and overall employee experience.

• Support and model company values by demonstrating integrity, empathy, accountability, and servant leadership in all interactions.


Essential Skills:


• Demonstrated commitment to servant leadership and employee development.

• Ability to build high-performing teams through trust, coaching, communication, and accountability.

• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal effectiveness.

• Proven ability to create employee engagement and maintain a positive workplace culture.

• Effective conflict resolution and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to lead organizational change while maintaining employee commitment and morale.


Preferred Qualification and Education:


• Bachelor's degree in related field or five years plant/general management experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Background with manufacturing practices/methods and process improvement programs required.



Additional Requirements:

• Company sponsored continuing education may be required.

• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.


Requirements:

Manufacturing & Operations, Operations




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