Production Manager

Affiliated Recruiters Network; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Affiliated Recruiters Network is assisting a manufacturing client near Newton, IA, hiring for Production Manager roles on 1st and 2nd shifts. This hands-on leadership position oversees daily operations, driving safety, quality and production outcomes in a metal fabrication/assembly environment.

Ideal candidates will have prior manufacturing leadership experience, with backgrounds in welding, fabrication, assembly, paint, or heavy industrial operations, plus strong communication and team

Qualifications

• Manufacturing leadership experience.
• Backgrounds in welding, fabrication, assembly, paint, or heavy industrial operations.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Experience driving accountability and production results.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations on 1st and 2nd shift in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Focus on safety, quality, scheduling, employee development, and production performance.
• Hands-on leadership on the shop floor to develop people and drive operational success.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Safety focus

Operational excellence

Job description

Production Manager – 1st & 2nd Shift (2 openings)

Our manufacturing client near Newton, IA is hiring Production Managers for both 1st and 2nd shift operations at their heavy manufacturing facility (metal fabrication, welding, assembly, and paint). Very secure manufacturing plant with solid financials.

Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM

This full time direct hire leadership role is responsible for leading daily production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, scheduling, employee development, and production performance.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Manufacturing leadership experience
• Backgrounds in welding, fabrication, assembly, paint, or heavy industrial operations
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Experience driving accountability and production results

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being active on the floor, developing people, and helping drive operational success in a growing manufacturing operation.