PRODUCTION MANAGER

Hyde Park Partners; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyde Park Partners is seeking an experienced Production Manager in Charlotte, NC to provide hands-on leadership across multiple assembly shops. This role is crucial for driving throughput, coordinating production schedules, and efficiently managing systems assembly and shipping.

The ideal candidate should be well-versed in industrial or heavy equipment manufacturing, with a proven ability to translate business priorities into effective shop-floor execution and improve production processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in production management within industrial or heavy equipment environments.
• Strong ability to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in coaching and development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple assembly shops.
• Drive continuous improvement in workflow and assembly processes.
• Develop and manage master production schedules aligned with sales forecasts.

Skills

Leadership

Industrial/Heavy Equipment Knowledge

Production Efficiency

Project Management

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Corporate - Charlotte, NC 28273

Livingston & Haven is seeking an experienced Production Manager to provide hands‑on leadership across multiple assembly shops. This is a critical operational role responsible for driving throughput, coordinating production schedules, leading the project management team and working with shop supervisors to efficiently assemble and ship systems. The right candidate brings deep familiarity with industrial or heavy equipment manufacturing environments and knows how to translate business priorities into shop‑floor execution.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations across multiple assembly shops, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and delivery commitments are met
• Drive continuous improvement in workflow, floor layout, and assembly processes to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime
• Monitor production KPIs and report regularly to senior leadership on output, capacity utilization, and operational risks

Scheduling & Capacity Planning

• Develop and manage master production schedules aligned with sales forecasts and customer order requirements
• Anticipate capacity constraints and proactively evaluate staffing, sequencing, and resource allocation to meet demand
• Coordinate closely with procurement, engineering, and sales to align material availability with production timelines

People Leadership

• Directly lead project management team providing coaching, performance feedback, and development support
• Partner with HR on hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning for production staff
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and craftsmanship on the shop floor