Production Manager

Production Manager

The Production Manager oversees plant production operations, including blending, filling, shipping/receiving, raw material handling, inventory control, maintenance coordination, and safety compliance. This role is responsible for driving operational efficiency, leading production teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities, scheduling, and workforce management.
• Drive safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor production performance, inventory levels, and operational metrics.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company standards.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and facility support activities.
• Develop employees through training, coaching, and succession planning.
• Support automation, process improvement, and plant technology initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of manufacturing experience within a chemical or process manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing production teams.
• Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and production equipment.
• Experience with ERP systems, production reporting, and inventory management.

Salary Range: $95,000-$110,000

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance
• 401(k) offering
• Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled