Production Manager

Standex International; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex International is a global industrial growth company focused on delivering innovative electronics, forming, engraving and scientific refrigeration solutions. We are seeking a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery and cost.

You will drive continuous improvement using lean principles, manage KPI reporting, and develop the production team while coordinating with cross‑functional groups to optimize labor, equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of production management experience in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership in hiring, development, performance management and employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of lean principles, continuous improvement and KPI‑driven management.
• Ability to prioritize resources and execute against business objectives.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence across the organization.
• Proficiency with manufacturing systems, reporting tools and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity and cost targets.
• Drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing and problem-solving methods.
• Establish and lead KPI reviews, performance reporting and action planning.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to achieve targets.
• Coach and develop production team members, promoting engagement and accountability.
• Allocate labor, equipment and resources to support production needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and quality.
• Support SIOP planning and manufacturing best practices.
• Lead initiatives aligned with plant goals and strategic objectives.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

KPI management

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

The Production Manager is responsible for leading manufacturing operations to achieve excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role drives operational performance through continuous improvement initiatives, employee development, KPI management, resource optimization, and strategic execution. The Production Manager plays a key role in fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellence while supporting business growth and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through lean manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodologies.
• Establish and lead operational review cadences, including KPI reviews, performance reporting, and action planning.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions to ensure targets are met.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production team members while promoting employee engagement and accountability.
• Ensure effective allocation of labor, equipment, and resources to support production requirements and business priorities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes, enhance product quality, and maximize customer satisfaction.
• Play an active role in the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process.
• Identify and implement manufacturing best practices to improve efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Support plant initiatives, strategic objectives, and special projects as assigned by the Plant Manager.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of production management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including hiring, employee development, performance management, and employee relations.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, lean principles, continuous improvement, and KPI-driven management.
• Ability to prioritize resources and drive execution against business objectives.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with manufacturing systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience participating in SIOP/S&OP planning processes.
• Prior experience leading performance improvement initiatives within a manufacturing operation.
• SAP Business One
• Customer Interaction

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.