Production Manager

Overview Production Manager at Brightpath Associates LLC | South Bend, IN We are seeking a results-driven Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our South Bend, IN facility. This individual will be responsible for ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, operational excellence, and a continuous improvement mindset to our plant floor. Responsibilities Lead and manage all aspects of production operations, including scheduling, staffing, safety, quality, and performance metrics Maintain and promote a world-class safety program, with a strong focus on continuously improving the site\'s safety culture Collaborate cross-functionally with Safety, Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to ensure production goals and customer expectations are consistently met Coach team members on safety protocols, performance data, quality standards, and productivity goals to drive accountability and improvement Offer leadership, guidance, and ongoing training to both direct and indirect production staff, fostering a high-performing and engaged team environment Monitor production data and implement strategies to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and optimize material usage Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma principles Report on KPIs and provide regular updates to Plant Manager and senior leadership Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred but not required 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production leadership role, preferably in the composites, chemical, or industrial materials industry Six Sigma Green Belt certification (or similar) is a plus but not required Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing practices such as 5S, poka-yoke, or kaizen events is a strong advantage Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 standards Experience using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems is helpful Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Production and Other Chemical Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr