The Production Manager is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling all manufacturing activities within the plant to ensure production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The role oversees manpower, equipment, materials, quality, inventory control, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
The Production Manager develops production strategies, optimizes manufacturing processes, reduces operational costs, improves productivity, and builds a high-performing workforce capable of consistently meeting customer expectations.
COMPANY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to a Sustainable Future Own * Safeguard * Engage
- Be Aware of Others Take Care * Work Together * Be Compliant
- Drive For Results Take Initiative * Strive for Improvements * Be Constructive
- Innovate Experiment * Be Creative * Think Outside of the Box
POSITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on customer demand and sales forecasts.
- Coordinate production schedules with Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, and Sales departments.
- Allocate manpower, machinery, and resources to maximize plant utilization.
- Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining quality standards.
- Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address changing priorities.
- Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure production capacity meets business growth requirements.
Operations Management
- Direct all day-to-day manufacturing operations.
- Monitor workflow throughout all production stages.
- Ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed.
Team Leadership & Workforce Management
- Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate production personnel.
- Lead multiple production supervisors
- Establish departmental goals and performance expectations.
- Promote teamwork and accountability.
- Identify training needs and develop employee skills.
Quality Management
- Ensure products meet customer specifications.
- Work closely with Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) teams.
- Investigate quality issues using Root Cause Analysis.
- Ensure compliance with ISO quality standards.
Safety & Environmental Compliance
- Promote a strong safety culture throughout the plant.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.
- Investigate workplace accidents and near misses.
- Implement corrective safety measures.
- Ensure safe operation of machinery and equipment.
Continuous Improvement
- Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Eliminate waste throughout manufacturing processes.
- Improve labor productivity.
- Develop standardized work instructions.
Inventory & Materials Management
- Coordinate raw material availability.
- Monitor production inventory.
- Ensure accurate inventory transactions.
DIRECT REPORTS
Production Supervisor
Training Supervisor
Material Handler
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
- 5 10 years of manufacturing experience, including supervisory or management experience.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, and quality systems.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement principles is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
Work Location: In person