Production Manager

At Whip Mix, innovation isn't just what we do—it's who we are. For over a century, we've been a trusted partner to dental professionals worldwide. From designing and manufacturing cutting-edge digital solutions to tried-and-true lab essentials, we bring craftsmanship, technology, and customer care together in one place.Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.We are looking for a Production Manager who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, developing people, solving problems, and finding smarter ways to operate. You'll lead our manufacturing, shipping, and receiving teams while partnering across the business to improve efficiency, quality, and customer satisfactionIn this role, you'll have a collaborative culture where all leaders are accessible, an opportunity to make a real and visible impact on our company, plus a stable work environment with a Monday-Friday first shift schedule.What you'll be doing:Lead multiple production, shipping, and receiving teamsCoach and develop supervisors into strong leadersDrive continuous improvement through Lean, 6S, Kaizen, and other operational excellence initiativesImprove productivity, workflow, inventory accuracy, and on-time deliveryPartner with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Customer Service, Maintenance, HR, and Accounting to solve problems and improve processesUse operational data and KPIs to make smart, informed decisionsHelp create a culture where safety, quality, teamwork, and accountability come firstSupport budgeting, workforce planning, labor utilization, and cost improvement initiativesWhat you'll bring to the table:Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, xhyhwjd or a related field is preferred.5–7+ years of manufacturing leadership experienceExperience leading supervisors and multiple functional areasA strong understanding of manufacturing operations, scheduling, machining, material flow, and warehouse operationsLean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 6S, or Kaizen experienceKnowledge of quality systems such as ISO 13485, ISO 9001, or similar regulated manufacturing environmentsERP/MRP system experienceExcellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills