Production Manager

LEAR CORPORATION; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a Production Manager to maximize operating efficiencies by coordinating material movement, equipment operation, and workforce performance. You will ensure production meets customer specifications while improving cost, safety, quality, and overall operational effectiveness, and you will lead staffing, scheduling, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires at least 5 years in manufacturing operations management, experience in a unionized

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Operations Management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a Just-in-Time (JIT) production environment.
• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee internal audits of assigned operations to ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and IT to ensure automated equipment and control systems are production-ready, stable, and effectively supported in daily operations.
• Determine and manage appropriate staffing levels to achieve productivity, efficiency, and cost objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, efficiency, and quality.
• Establish and implement short- and long-term organizational goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Advise plant and senior leadership on operational enhancements, system improvements, and procedural changes.
• Analyze operational and administrative systems and develop integrated performance reports to monitor effectiveness.
• Research and implement best practices to achieve production goals and operating objectives.
• Develop and draft proposals for new or revised strategic policies, programs, and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, internal teams, and external partners to support operational objectives.
• Manage all production-related functions, from scheduling through shipment.
• Establish departmental performance goals and ensure accountability.
• Ensure full compliance with Safety, Quality, Company, and Regulatory directives.
• Direct activities across safety, production, scheduling, materials handling, purchasing, maintenance, and engineering.
• Review and manage performance evaluations for direct reports and oversee performance review processes plant-wide.
• Conduct operational meetings focused on efficiency, quality, cost control, and production optimization.
• Support the development of manufacturing processes and equipment for new product launches.
• Approve requisitions and invoices related to operating materials and production needs.
• Ensure production teams are trained, certified, and capable of safely operating automated and robotic systems; lead change management and workforce engagement in a unionized environment.

Job description

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Auburn Hills, MI, US, 48326 Flint, MI, US, 48505

Country/Region: United States

Job Function: Manufacturing

Requisition ID: 46691

Lear For You

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you.

We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Lear For You

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.

They’re the secret to our success - empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Job Description

PRODUCTION MANAGER - DETROIT, MI – LEAR ORION

As a member of the Operations Team, the Production Manager is responsible for maximizing operating efficiencies with minimal interruption by coordinating material movement, equipment operation, and workforce performance. This role ensures production meets customer specifications while continuously evaluating and improving operational effectiveness, cost efficiency, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee internal audits of assigned operations to ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and IT to ensure automated equipment and control systems are production-ready, stable, and effectively supported in daily operations.
• Determine and manage appropriate staffing levels to achieve productivity, efficiency, and cost objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, efficiency, and quality.
• Establish and implement short- and long-term organizational goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Advise plant and senior leadership on operational enhancements, system improvements, and procedural changes.
• Analyze operational and administrative systems and develop integrated performance reports to monitor effectiveness.
• Research and implement best practices to achieve production goals and operating objectives.
• Develop and draft proposals for new or revised strategic policies, programs, and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, internal teams, and external partners to support operational objectives.
• Manage all production-related functions, from scheduling through shipment.
• Establish departmental performance goals and ensure accountability.
• Ensure full compliance with Safety, Quality, Company, and Regulatory directives.
• Direct activities across safety, production, scheduling, materials handling, purchasing, maintenance, and engineering.
• Review and manage performance evaluations for direct reports and oversee performance review processes plant-wide.
• Conduct operational meetings focused on efficiency, quality, cost control, and production optimization.
• Support the development of manufacturing processes and equipment for new product launches.
• Approve requisitions and invoices related to operating materials and production needs.
• Ensure production teams are trained, certified, and capable of safely operating automated and robotic systems; lead change management and workforce engagement in a unionized environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of Operations Management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a Just-in-Time (JIT) production environment.
• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and computer skills.

Preferred Requirements:

• Automation or High Performance Work Teams Experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.