Production Manager
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Production Manager | Manufacturing Leadership + Lean Operations + Process Improvement + Team Development + Grow Into Plant Leadership This Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Dennis
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Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year A bit about us: We are an established manufacturer serving industrial customers with high-performance molded products used in demanding applications. Our reputation has been built on delivering exceptional quality, dependable customer service, and innovative manufacturing solutions. We are seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations within a fast-paced industrial production facility. This individual will oversee production personnel, including Mold Technicians, while driving operational efficiency, product quality, employee development, and workplace safety. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, improving processes, and leading teams toward operational excellence. Why join us? Opportunity to make an immediate impact on plant operations
Highly visible leadership role with significant autonomy
Collaborative leadership team committed to continuous improvement
Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth
Invested in Lean initiatives and operational excellence
Opportunity to build and develop your own production team
Career advancement path toward Plant Manager or Operations Manager
Competitive compensation and benefits
Company committed to employee development and internal promotion Job Details Responsibilities:
Production & Operations
Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, including molding, curing, finishing, and material flow.
Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
Monitor production performance, downtime, scrap, and labor efficiency.
Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing, Shipping, and Maintenance to maximize production output.
Ensure equipment and labor resources are utilized efficiently. Leadership:
Supervise, coach, and develop production employees and Mold Technicians.
Establish performance expectations and promote accountability.
Recruit, train, mentor, and retain top manufacturing talent.
Foster a positive culture centered on teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement. Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce waste.
Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and implement standard work.
Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions.
Partner with Engineering to improve tooling, molds, and manufacturing processes. Quality:
Ensure products consistently meet quality standards.
Work closely with Quality to resolve defects and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate production reporting and documentation. Safety:
Champion a strong safety culture throughout the facility.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
Promote safe handling of equipment, molds, and production materials. Equipment:
Oversee proper operation of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
Coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
Support equipment upgrades and capital improvement projects. Qualifications:
5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
Experience leading production teams in a hands-on manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of production scheduling and manufacturing operations
Proven leadership experience driving productivity and employee engagement
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with molding, polyurethane, polymers, or similar manufacturing processes
Experience managing Mold Technicians or tooling-intensive operations
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience
Experience in industrial, batch, or process manufacturing What Success Looks Like:
Production goals consistently achieved
Reduced scrap, downtime, and rework
Strong employee engagement and accountability
Continuous process improvements
Safe, organized, and efficient production environment
High product quality and on-time customer deliveries Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year A bit about us: We are an established manufacturer serving industrial customers with high-performance molded products used in demanding applications. Our reputation has been built on delivering exceptional quality, dependable customer service, and innovative manufacturing solutions. We are seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations within a fast-paced industrial production facility. This individual will oversee production personnel, including Mold Technicians, while driving operational efficiency, product quality, employee development, and workplace safety. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, improving processes, and leading teams toward operational excellence. Why join us? Opportunity to make an immediate impact on plant operations
Highly visible leadership role with significant autonomy
Collaborative leadership team committed to continuous improvement
Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth
Invested in Lean initiatives and operational excellence
Opportunity to build and develop your own production team
Career advancement path toward Plant Manager or Operations Manager
Competitive compensation and benefits
Company committed to employee development and internal promotion Job Details Responsibilities:
Production & Operations
Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, including molding, curing, finishing, and material flow.
Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
Monitor production performance, downtime, scrap, and labor efficiency.
Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing, Shipping, and Maintenance to maximize production output.
Ensure equipment and labor resources are utilized efficiently. Leadership:
Supervise, coach, and develop production employees and Mold Technicians.
Establish performance expectations and promote accountability.
Recruit, train, mentor, and retain top manufacturing talent.
Foster a positive culture centered on teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement. Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce waste.
Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and implement standard work.
Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions.
Partner with Engineering to improve tooling, molds, and manufacturing processes. Quality:
Ensure products consistently meet quality standards.
Work closely with Quality to resolve defects and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate production reporting and documentation. Safety:
Champion a strong safety culture throughout the facility.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
Promote safe handling of equipment, molds, and production materials. Equipment:
Oversee proper operation of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
Coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
Support equipment upgrades and capital improvement projects. Qualifications:
5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
Experience leading production teams in a hands-on manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of production scheduling and manufacturing operations
Proven leadership experience driving productivity and employee engagement
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with molding, polyurethane, polymers, or similar manufacturing processes
Experience managing Mold Technicians or tooling-intensive operations
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience
Experience in industrial, batch, or process manufacturing What Success Looks Like:
Production goals consistently achieved
Reduced scrap, downtime, and rework
Strong employee engagement and accountability
Continuous process improvements
Safe, organized, and efficient production environment
High product quality and on-time customer deliveries Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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