Production Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Production Manager

Drive Performance. Delight Customers. Lead With Purpose.

We are an employee-centered manufacturing company that believes great operations start with great people. From your first day of employment, you’ll receive comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and the support of a leadership team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

We are looking for a Production Manager to lead day-to-day production operations, serve as a primary customer liaison, and drive plant performance through strong leadership, planning, and accountability. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants to build a culture of excellence.

As Production Manager, you will oversee production operations to ensure outstanding customer service while meeting plant efficiency, safety, quality, and environmental standards.

· Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and reliable execution

· Plan, schedule, and coordinate plant production activities—including shipping and receiving—to meet customer needs without compromising efficiency

· Translate customer requirements into executable production plans

· Support and embody the company’s Mission and Values in daily operations

· Implement and enforce company policies, procedures, and operational standards

· Collaborate with plant leadership to maintain safety, quality, and environmental compliance

· Lead and develop a high-performing production team focused on safety and key performance indicators (KPIs)

· Participate in and at times lead problem-solving efforts to improve production performance and reduce inefficiencies

· Analyze KPIs and present findings, trends, and improvement strategies during operational meetings

· Coach, mentor, and guide team leads and supervisors to promote safe, efficient, and consistent operations

· Participate in employee recruitment, onboarding, training, and development at all levels of production

· Support fair and consistent performance evaluations and disciplinary actions

· Foster a culture of accountability, respect, teamwork, and employee engagement

· Perform other duties as assigned

· Bachelor’s Degree required

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing operations

· Prior leadership experience in a production or operations role

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); AS400 experience is a plus

· Knowledge of the automotive industry and quality systems such as TS16949 and ISO 14001 preferred

· Highly motivated, results-driven leader with a positive, collaborative approach

· Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams and with customers

· Benefits begin on your first day of employment

· Competitive compensation and growth opportunities

· A leadership role with direct impact on operational success

· A stable, growth-oriented company with long-term career paths

· A workplace culture built on safety, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement