Lean Production Manager - High-Mix, Low-Volume Ops

Specialized Recruiting Group Champaign; Streator (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Recruiting Group Champaign is seeking an experienced Production Manager to elevate our manufacturing operations. The role demands a clear vision, coaching leadership, and the ability to blend floor work with strategy to improve production processes.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in manufacturing leadership, a related bachelor's degree, and a proven track record in lean, high-mix/low-volume environments, driving safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience in a welding, fabrication, or assembly environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop supervisors, team leaders, and production personnel across manufacturing operations.
• Ensure daily production requirements are achieved safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, communication, and employee engagement.
• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators, including safety, quality, throughput, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, standard work, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

Specialized Recruiting Group Champaign is seeking an experienced Production Manager to elevate our manufacturing operations. The role demands a clear vision, coaching leadership, and the ability to blend floor work with strategy to improve production processes.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in manufacturing leadership, a related bachelor's degree, and a proven track record in lean, high-mix/low-volume environments, driving safety, quality, and on-time delivery.