Precast Production Manager — Lead Team, Relocation Help

MRINetwork; Rochester (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

MRINetwork is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the Rochester, MA precast concrete plant. You will lead a hands-on team, coordinate schedules, and drive safety, quality, and productivity improvements to meet deadlines and budgets.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in precast production, strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid grasp of quality systems and safety standards. Relocation support is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in precast concrete production/manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading a precast concrete production operation or plant.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, production processes, and industry standards.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Familiarity with manufacturing machinery, tools, and equipment.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Grade 1 certification is preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and sketches and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop production employees.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to remain focused and effective in a fast-paced production environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a production team of approximately 6–12 employees.
• Coordinate production schedules, priorities, staffing, and workflow.
• Train, mentor, and develop production personnel while evaluating performance and skill levels.
• Promote a safe, productive, and quality-focused work environment.
• Enforce company safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
• Monitor and improve production efficiencies while controlling costs.
• Implement and maintain product quality-control processes and standards.
• Track production metrics and ensure deadlines and quality expectations are consistently met.
• Work closely with operations management and other supervisors to coordinate departmental schedules and resources.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Determine training and development needs within the production team.
• Maintain appropriate records related to production activities, employee performance, attendance, and training.
• Encourage employee engagement and create an environment where ideas and improvements are valued.
• Stay current with industry education and training, including NPCA/PQS programs.

Skills

Precast concrete production

Leadership

Safety & quality

Operations planning

Blueprint reading

Job description

MRINetwork is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the Rochester, MA precast concrete plant. You will lead a hands-on team, coordinate schedules, and drive safety, quality, and productivity improvements to meet deadlines and budgets.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in precast production, strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid grasp of quality systems and safety standards. Relocation support is available for qualified candidates.