Lean Production Lead – Ops & Team Growth

gpac LLC.; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GPAC is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to recruit an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily operations, improve productivity, and drive continuous improvement. The role focuses on lean initiatives, staffing, budgeting, and safety.

Ideal candidates have machine shop or manufacturing experience, plus strong leadership and scheduling skills. Aerospace or medical manufacturing experience is a plus. Local on-site opportunity in MA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
• Experience with production scheduling, manufacturing operations, and workforce planning.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and production schedules.
• Lead, coach, and develop employees while building a strong team environment.
• Drive process improvements, problem-solving, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Improve productivity, profitability, workflow, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor production costs, quality, waste reduction, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Manage staffing, budgeting, reporting, and operational planning.
• Identify and implement capital investments and improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and state and federal regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Production scheduling

Lean Manufacturing

Employee development

Team building

Education

College degree, high school diploma, trade school certificate, or equivalent

Job description

GPAC is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to recruit an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily operations, improve productivity, and drive continuous improvement. The role focuses on lean initiatives, staffing, budgeting, and safety.

Ideal candidates have machine shop or manufacturing experience, plus strong leadership and scheduling skills. Aerospace or medical manufacturing experience is a plus. Local on-site opportunity in MA.