Lean-Driven Metal Stamping Production Manager

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions; Jamestown (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions is seeking a Production Manager for an international automotive parts manufacturer in the Northwest of the Indianapolis area. The role leads daily production activities, supervises staff, ensures safety and quality, and collaborates with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering and other departments.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of production or manufacturing management experience, with metal stamping expertise and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in production or manufacturing management preferred.
• Experience with metal stamping required.
• Experience with welding, assembly, or similar manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or quality systems is a plus.
• Able to intermittently sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Supervise and lead production employees and provide guidance and training.
• Monitor production schedules, staffing, and workflow.
• Identify and resolve production issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and other departments.
• Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient production environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business or related field

Job description

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions is seeking a Production Manager for an international automotive parts manufacturer in the Northwest of the Indianapolis area. The role leads daily production activities, supervises staff, ensures safety and quality, and collaborates with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering and other departments.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of production or manufacturing management experience, with metal stamping expertise and strong leadership skills.