Production Manager - Manufacturing - Rockwall, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Production Manager Rockwall, TX | Onsite | $90,000–$120,000 + Performance Bonus Employment Type:

Direct Hire Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO and comprehensive benefits Sponsorship:

Position in not eligible for sponsorship About the Opportunity We are partnering with a growing specialty manufacturing organization in the Rockwall, TX area to identify an experienced

Production Manager

to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations. This is an opportunity to take ownership of production performance, team leadership, quality, safety, and continuous improvement within a hands-on manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who thrives in a smaller manufacturing operation and enjoys being close to the floor, solving problems, and driving results. What You'll Do Oversee daily production operations and ensure production, quality, safety, and delivery goals are met. Lead, train, and motivate production employees and shift supervisors. Develop production schedules and optimize workflow to meet customer demand. Partner with Engineering, Quality, and other departments to resolve operational challenges. Monitor production KPIs and implement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase output. Drive lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Manage inventory and coordinate materials to support production needs. Address performance issues and administer corrective action when necessary. Troubleshoot production issues and lead cross-functional problem solving. Maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction, on-time delivery, and product quality. What We're Looking For 5+ years of production or manufacturing management experience. Experience managing operations in a finished-goods manufacturing environment. Strong experience leading production teams, including hourly employees and shift supervisors. Demonstrated ability to improve processes, efficiency, quality, and productivity. Strong problem-solving, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Comfortable working in a smaller manufacturing environment with broad operational responsibility. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred. Industry-specific wire/cable experience is not required.

We are open to candidates from a variety of manufacturing backgrounds. Why This Role? Leadership opportunity:

Take ownership of a critical manufacturing operation. Hands-on impact:

Work directly with production teams and influence operational performance. Growth-focused environment:

Opportunity to drive process improvements and implement new ideas. Competitive compensation:

$90K–$120K base salary plus performance-based bonus. Strong visibility:

Partner directly with plant leadership and key company stakeholders. Location & Schedule Location:

Rockwall, TX Work Arrangement:

Onsite Start Date:

ASAP