Platform Production Leader — Drive Manufacturing Excellence

First Quality; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision starting on

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Childcare assistance

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Diaper benefit

Job summary

First Quality is seeking a Production Platform Manager for our First Quality Retail Services facility in Lewistown, PA. This role oversees platform production control activities, ensuring efficient materials flow and production scheduling to support plans.

The position requires strong problem-solving, collaboration across departments, and adherence to GMP, FDA, and ISO standards. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in a manufacturing-related field, 3–5 years of supervisory or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a manufacturing-related field.
• 3–5 years of supervisory or advanced technical experience.
• Experience in production management and inventory control.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO, and FDA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee platform production control activities and staff.
• Schedule, prioritize, and control production to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Interface with Planning, Quality, Engineering, HR, Cost Accounting, and IT.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping; maintain GMP compliance and policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Production management

Inventory control

Scheduling & planning

GMP/ISO compliance

MRP/CRP/TQC

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, or related manufacturing field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

First Quality is seeking a Production Platform Manager for our First Quality Retail Services facility in Lewistown, PA. This role oversees platform production control activities, ensuring efficient materials flow and production scheduling to support plans.

The position requires strong problem-solving, collaboration across departments, and adherence to GMP, FDA, and ISO standards. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in a manufacturing-related field, 3–5 years of supervisory or