Production Leader – Converting & Coating

IPG; Marysville (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations in the Converting, Adhesive, and Coating departments. You will guide supervisors and teams to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals while driving continuous improvement and cost efficiency.

The role requires a strong engineering or business background, 3+ years of manufacturing leadership, and a proven ability to prioritize and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Engineering, Business Administration, or another relevant technical discipline.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and web‑based platforms.
• Experience managing manufacturing projects and executing continuous improvement initiatives, including foundational knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and IPS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and clear direction-setting.
• Ability to manage high workloads, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight to Converting Department supervisors, including assigning workloads, monitoring quality standards, and ensuring a safe work environment.
• Develop, prioritize, and execute manufacturing plans to achieve service, quality, efficiency, and waste‑reduction goals.
• Implement and sustain IPS performance metrics, supporting plant progress toward certification objectives.
• Build employee engagement and ownership by driving continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining safety and quality system requirements.
• Establish and communicate a clear operational vision aligned with company and site objectives, optimizing technology and processes for improved performance.
• Manage labor and capital resources effectively, balancing budgets and utilizing efficient scheduling practices to support operations and maintenance needs.
• Collaborate as a key member of the site leadership team, working closely with internal departments and external partners in a positive, solutions‑focused manner.
• Assist in developing and executing the annual performance plan to meet departmental and site-wide business goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

MS Office proficiency

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Communication skills

Manufacturing project experience

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related

3+ years of supervisory or management experience in manufacturing

Job description

IPG is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations in the Converting, Adhesive, and Coating departments. You will guide supervisors and teams to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals while driving continuous improvement and cost efficiency.

The role requires a strong engineering or business background, 3+ years of manufacturing leadership, and a proven ability to prioritize and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.