On-site Production Leader: Efficiency & Safety Champion

Knorr-Bremse; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, etc)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

KB Signaling is seeking a Site Manufacturing Manager to lead workshop and production line operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality performance. You will plan resources, supervise teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, production target achievement, and coordination with engineering, quality, maintenance, and logistics to deliver reliable results.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Industrial Tech or a related field.
• Ability to work independently, identifying improvement opportunities or discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills, with an ability to tailor approach to different groups.
• Strong organizational, time management and data management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and follow through on deadlines.
• Comfort working around industrial equipment and learning applicable safety principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office / 365 tools (Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc.).
• Interest in project management, construction oversight, or safety compliance is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA safety concepts is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily workshop and production line operations to achieve performance targets
• Plan, allocate, and optimize manpower, equipment, and materials to meet production schedules
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members to ensure high performance and engagement
• Monitor production output, quality standards, and KPIs
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies
• Identify and resolve operational and production issues in a timely manner
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with engineering, quality, maintenance, and logistics teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in operational reporting and documentation
• Maintain equipment readiness and support preventative maintenance practices
• Deliver training and guidance to team members on processes, safety, and best practices

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Data management

Multitasking

Safety awareness

OSHA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Industrial Tech (pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Office/365

Job description

KB Signaling is seeking a Site Manufacturing Manager to lead workshop and production line operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality performance. You will plan resources, supervise teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, production target achievement, and coordination with engineering, quality, maintenance, and logistics to deliver reliable results.