Production Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Production Manager

Agriculture Chemicals - Manufacturing

Salary Range: $90-125K
Location: Waynesboro, MI
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations and lead multiple production shifts in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations while consistently meeting production, quality, and performance goals.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives on developing teams, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. You will play a key role in coaching supervisors, optimizing production performance, identifying process improvements, and ensuring a strong culture of safety and accountability throughout the facility.

What You'll Do

Operations Leadership

• Lead and support production teams across multiple shifts

• Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and operational targets are achieved

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and productivity

• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture

• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations

Team Development

• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for Shift Supervisors and production personnel

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Process Optimization

• Analyze production and quality data to improve operational performance

• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues in partnership with maintenance and engineering teams

• Support process optimization initiatives that improve safety, quality, and productivity

Qualifications

Required Experience

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment

• Experience leading production teams and managing shift operations

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety practices, and operational excellence

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with process manufacturing, chemical manufacturing, or industrial production environments
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field

What Success Looks Like

• Safe and compliant operations across all shifts

• Consistent achievement of production and quality goals

• Improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime

• Strong employee engagement and team performance

• Effective communication and collaboration across departments