Production Manager

## Production ManagerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: US - Sandusky, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 23674At JBT Marel, **what we do matters**, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.Our **purpose** is to transform the future of food; this guides our **vision** of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.Our **values** show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.In this role you will report to the Director of Operations.This role requires being onsite daily at our location in Sandusky, OH.**Essential Duties: Production Manager*** Direct and manage daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity targets.* Execute production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory requirements.* Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including throughput, efficiency, scrap and labor Utilization.* Lead production supervisors and manufacturing personnel to achieve operational goals.* Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards* Coordinate staffing requirements, training, and workforce development initiatives.* Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize disruptions.* Manage departmental budgets to control operating costs.* Drive accountability through performance management and employee development.* Foster a culture of safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.**Essential Duties:** **Manufacturing Engineering Manager*** Lead and administer Engineering Change Notice (ECN) workflows, including review, routing, assignment, and implementation of manufacturing-related changes.* Coordinate purchasing-related ECN activities by assigning tasks, distributing engineering drawings, and ensuring timely execution of required changes.* Serve as the primary point of contact for communication and coordination with external contractors regarding manufacturing engineering projects and initiatives.* Develop, maintain, and monitor project plans for all new equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects, adjusting schedules and resources as production requirements evolve.* Review and process the manufacturing engineering portions of customer inquiries, quotations, and internal requests to ensure accurate production requirements and capabilities are reflected.* Maintain and improve manufacturing job standards, including reviewing labor standards, validating production methods, and resolving discrepancies identified through shop floor tracking and reporting systems.* Design, develop, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to support operational performance monitoring, management decision-making, and continuous improvement initiatives.* Act as the primary resource for operational and manufacturing data extraction, analysis, and reporting from Syteline ERP and other business systems.* Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve system accuracy, workflow efficiency, and overall manufacturing performance.* Support continuous improvement efforts through data-driven analysis, process optimization, and implementation of best practices across manufacturing operations.**Minimum Requirements:*** BS degree or equivalent experience in Manufacturing* Minimum of 5 years leadership experience* Ability to utilize continuous improvement, lean methodology, approach to prioritizing builds and improve process* Work with engineering and supply chain to meet production KPIs* Ability to coach, mentor, and develop a team to success now and in the future.* #:LI-Onsite* #LI-SH1* **We are committed to our employees** and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.* **We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying** collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.* **We encourage development** - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!**Benefits:** JBT Marel Corporation offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.**Commitment to Diversity:** Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.**Equal Opportunity Employment:**JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr