Production & Continuous Improvement Lead

Networks Connect, Inc.; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Networks Connect, a client of a large precision manufacturer, seeks a hands-on Production Manager to lead the production department and improve performance through people, processes, and data.

You will manage resources, scheduling, and quality, leading supervisors over machinists and operators, leveraging ERP data and PDCA methods for continuous improvement. Apply strong leadership to drive on-time delivery and cost control.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering, Technology, or Operations Management.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Production, Distribution, or Manufacturing Supervision/Engineering.
• Practical, user-level knowledge of ERP systems (Syteline a plus).
• Strong systems skills across spreadsheet, database, and word processing tools.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management skills.
• Experience in leading and directing teams with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage production resources and scheduling to meet customer delivery dates.
• Partner with manufacturing engineers on equipment, facility, and production layout requirements.
• Hire, develop, and retain production team members, including compensation negotiations for new hires.
• Ensure compliance with the quality plan and ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 requirements.
• Drive productivity improvements using ERP data, root cause analysis, and PDCA process.
• Lead cost-reduction and throughput initiatives including machine tooling automation and process elimination.
• Develop annual department budgets and monitor spending against plan.
• Conduct regular employee evaluations and lead training/development programs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems (Syteline)

MS Office

Database skills

Job description

Networks Connect, a client of a large precision manufacturer, seeks a hands-on Production Manager to lead the production department and improve performance through people, processes, and data.

You will manage resources, scheduling, and quality, leading supervisors over machinists and operators, leveraging ERP data and PDCA methods for continuous improvement. Apply strong leadership to drive on-time delivery and cost control.