Production Manager

Title: Production Manager

Location : Warsaw, IN

Employment Type : Full-Time

Reports to : Director of Operations

Job Purpose: The Manufacturing and Reliability Manager is responsible for maximizing production uptime, equipment reliability, facility performance, and overall operational efficiency. This role leads preventive and predictive maintenance programs, oversees facility and production support systems, manages maintenance/process tech personnel, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.

The Production Reliability Manager works closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and Leadership teams to reduce downtime, improve asset performance, and support organizational goals.

Position Responsibilities:

Primary Job Duties:

· Oversee the daily workflow of the department.

· Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

· Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

· Oversees production quotas and schedules, ensuring inventory and shipment targets are met.

· Collaborate with purchasing department to verify, review, maintain, and report on materials and production inventories.

· Facilitates and authorizes repairs or maintenance for production tools and equipment.

· Identifies and recommends cost controls and other improvements to the production process.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

· Hands on support of manufacturing operations to lead in troubleshooting, changeovers and process improvements.

· Develop and implement strategies to maximize:

o Process equipment uptime

o Process equipment efficiency

o Process equipment effectiveness in meeting product quality requirements

o Timely and accurate set up/changeover and troubleshooting manufacturing lines.

· Develop and ensure effective preventative maintenance programs for manufacturing and supporting equipment.

· Develop and maintain spare parts inventory.

· Lead and develop a team of process technicians and facility maintenance technicians. Provide mentoring, training, and development plans.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent

• At least four years of related experience required. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols. 
• Electromechanical equipment, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Process piping/plumbing ,General facilities maintenance, OSHA and related safety regulations and best practices 
• Ability and desire to work hands on with team to support efficiency and uptime of operations. 
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant vendors to support manufacturing equipment and facilities 
• Maintain appropriate records and data to evaluate trends, effectiveness of repairs and identify risks. 
• Embrace company core values of People First, Integrity, Grit and Innovation.
• Commit to processes and expectations within the context of company EOS practices. 
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 
• Knowledge of general Lean and Continuous Improvement concepts and practices.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods on feet supporting operations. Periods of sitting and working on computer. Lifting up to 50lbs.

· Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and equipment.

· Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises and smells associated with the plant.

About Warsaw Chemical

Established in 1941, Warsaw Chemical is a dynamic, privately held premier employer with wide range of 3,000+ formulations, serving industries across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Europe. At Warsaw Chemical, We Formulate Solutions, delivering reliable, high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. We specialize in Car Wash Chemicals, Jan San, Specialty Chemicals and Contract Manufacturing.

We offer a competitive benefits package including salary, quarterly incentive compensation opportunities, paid time off, 401k match, life insurance, health, dental and vision care

Our fantastic team is guided by our Core Values, and we look for amazing people who are excited to be a part of our culture:

• PARTNERSHIP: People Are Our Superpower! We Create SAFE Workplaces Focused On Building Strong Partnerships With Our Warsaw Chemical Team, Business Partners And Community
• INTEGRITY: We Demonstrate Honest, Sincere, And Ethical Behavior In All Professional/Personal Choices And Actions
• GRIT: We Own Our Responsibilities And Approach Situations With Passion And Perseverance To Achieve Goals
• INNOVATION: We Cultivate An Entrepreneurial Spirit To Fuel Continuous Improvement And Creative Breakthrough Solutions