Production Leader: Lean Ops & Growth

Knorr Brake Company; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 117,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401k plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Knorr Brake Company, Zelisko USA, is seeking a Production Manager for its Springfield, USA location. This role leads and optimizes all production activities to ensure safe, cost-efficient manufacture while meeting quality, delivery and productivity targets.

You will oversee production operations, develop high-performing teams and drive continuous improvement with Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics and other functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Additional qualifications in Production Management or Lean Manufacturing are considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and oversee all daily production activities to ensure the achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Ensure compliance with corporate manufacturing standards, local safety regulations, HSE requirements, and applicable legal obligations.
• Manage production resources, including personnel, equipment, materials, and capacity planning, to maximize operational efficiency.
• Develop and monitor production schedules in alignment with customer demand and business requirements.
• Drive the achievement of production targets, productivity goals, and operational KPIs.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and production systems to increase efficiency, quality, and OEE.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Maintenance, Quality, and Project Management to ensure seamless production operations.
• Analyze production performance and implement corrective and preventive actions to address operational challenges.
• Manage and control production-related costs in line with departmental budgets and business objectives.
• Support the planning and implementation of manufacturing investments, equipment upgrades, and process improvement projects.
• Ensure effective maintenance coordination to maximize equipment availability and production uptime.
• Lead, coach, and develop production teams and supervisors to build a high-performance and safety-focused culture.
• Monitor workforce planning, staffing levels, training requirements, and employee development initiatives.
• Support the introduction of new products, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Supervise contractor activities within production areas and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Prepare and present manufacturing reports, KPI analyses, and performance updates to management.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Production planning

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

ERP systems

Quality management

Financial awareness

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/ related field

Tools

Production management tools

Job description

Knorr Brake Company, Zelisko USA, is seeking a Production Manager for its Springfield, USA location. This role leads and optimizes all production activities to ensure safe, cost-efficient manufacture while meeting quality, delivery and productivity targets.

You will oversee production operations, develop high-performing teams and drive continuous improvement with Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics and other functions.