Thermoforming Production Manager

PRODUCTION MANAGER – THERMOFORMING
Salary: $90-115k 
1st Shift: M-Fr. 5:30 am to 3:30 pm

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all Thermoforming production operations within the facility. This role leads day-to-day manufacturing activities across all shifts and ensures production schedules, quality standards, customer delivery commitments, safety requirements, and continuous improvement objectives are achieved.

The Production Manager will lead production personnel, monitor operational performance, drive lean manufacturing initiatives, coordinate materials and maintenance requirements, and partner with Quality, Purchasing, and Site Leadership to improve overall plant performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all day-to-day manufacturing activities for thermoformed plastic products across all shifts.
• Manage manufacturing and production operations to ensure schedules are met in accordance with customer demand and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate production activities involving department and shift leads, press operators, material handlers, machine maintenance, and tooling personnel.
• Analyze manufacturing operations, identify areas for improvement, and develop solutions to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Manage production personnel, including selection, training, performance evaluation, and discipline in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor key production and quality metrics and analyze statistical data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote and maintain quality management processes throughout production operations.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Ensure employees understand and follow applicable health and safety policies, programs, procedures, and regulations.
• Ensure required personal protective equipment and safety devices are properly used.
• Identify and report workplace hazards, safety concerns, equipment defects, and other conditions that may create risk.

• Four-year college degree, preferably in Plastics Engineering, Production Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in thermoforming operations and plastic processing.
• Prior direct personnel management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience with Quality Management Systems.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze manufacturing operations and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Bilingual Spanish skills preferred.