Lead Production Manager — Lean Paper Converting

Cascades; Pryor Creek (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing & Stock Options

Health plan options

Learning & development library

Job summary

Cascades is seeking a Production Manager in Pryor Creek, Oklahoma to lead the converting team with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will oversee scheduling, workflow optimization, and resource allocation to meet ambitious production targets.

You will apply lean manufacturing principles, drive cost efficiencies, and develop your team through training and performance coaching, partnering with senior management to advance Cascades' manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and SAP/ERP experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the converting team, fostering a safety-first culture and continuous improvement.
• Oversee scheduling, workflow optimization, and resource allocation to meet production targets.
• Ensure products meet quality standards through rigorous inspection and testing.
• Implement safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Prepare and present production performance reports with KPIs to senior management.
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members.
• Drive lean implementation and sustain best-practice manufacturing methods.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Collaborative leadership

Team development

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

SAP/ERP

Job description

Cascades is seeking a Production Manager in Pryor Creek, Oklahoma to lead the converting team with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will oversee scheduling, workflow optimization, and resource allocation to meet ambitious production targets.

You will apply lean manufacturing principles, drive cost efficiencies, and develop your team through training and performance coaching, partnering with senior management to advance Cascades' manufacturing excellence.