Production Manager - Westfield, MA

Michael Page International

Westfield, Massachusetts
30+ days ago

$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

Lead, develop, and manage production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to optimize workflows and resource utilization.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Westfield, Massachusetts
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Job Title

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

The Successful Applicant

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

What's on Offer

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

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Location: Westfield

Contract Type: Permanent

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.