Manufacturing Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:
Peninsula Plastics is a leading provider of custom plastic solutions, specializing in high-quality products for diverse industries. With decades of expertise and a strong commitment to innovation, we take pride in delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions for our customers. We are looking for a driven Manufacturing Manager to join our leadership team and help oversee daily operations at our Pontiac facility.

Position Overview:
The Manufacturing Manager will be responsible for leading our thermoforming, automation and maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production. This role requires a strong background in manufacturing management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across all areas of production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are met
• Manage and develop a team of supervisors and production staff
• Implement lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor production schedules, staffing, and resources to optimize efficiency
• Develop, manage and monitor departmental KPIs, and present to team at quarterly Management review
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve processes
• Track and report key performance metrics, including output, downtime, and labor efficiency
• Support cost reduction initiatives and budget management for plant operations

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field (preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership, preferably within plastics, automotive, or related industries
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Automation a plus
• Experience in thermoforming a plus
• Experience in the packaging industry a plus

Benefits:

• Starting Pay: $90,000 – 110,000 (based on experience)
• Medical, Dental Reimbursement, Vision, Life Insurance, and more offered after 30 days
• 401K with Company match 50% up to 6% 
• Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Days, etc. 
• Career Advancement Opportunities