Lean Production Manager: KPI-Driven Ops Leader

HARTING Technology Group; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 4% match

Tuition reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

HARTING Americas, part of HARTING Technology Group, seeks a Production Manager to plan, coordinate and improve safe manufacturing processes for value-added products in North America.

You will lead cells, monitor KPIs, drive continuous improvement, manage staffing and safety, and collaborate with procurement, quality assurance and engineering. The role offers a competitive salary and 5% annual bonus, plus PTO and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 8 years in production planning with at least 3 years in manufacturing management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, establish, direct and coordinate safe manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement metrics to monitor production output, drive planning and reduce costs.
• Monitor KPIs and adjust to meet company goals.
• Directly supervise all production department employees, including interviewing, hiring, training, and performance management.

Skills

Production planning

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

KPI monitoring

Cross-functional coordination

SAP R/3

CAD understanding

Microsoft Office

Education

Technical degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SAP R/3 – Production, MRP Planning and Engineering

CAD software

Job description

HARTING Americas, part of HARTING Technology Group, seeks a Production Manager to plan, coordinate and improve safe manufacturing processes for value-added products in North America.

You will lead cells, monitor KPIs, drive continuous improvement, manage staffing and safety, and collaborate with procurement, quality assurance and engineering. The role offers a competitive salary and 5% annual bonus, plus PTO and comprehensive benefits.