Production Manager

Meridian Lightweight Technologies Inc.; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + 401(k) matching

Dental + Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health + life insurance

Flexible spending account

Professional development assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Meridian Lightweight Technologies seeks a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations, including die casting and secondary processes, at our Michigan facility.

You will partner with the management team to optimize labor, drive OEE improvements, and manage inventory to meet customer schedules while fostering a safe, collaborative, and continuously improving work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business required.
• Manufacturing experience including die cast/secondary or machining and assembly 5–10 years.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Leadership ability and previous supervisory experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor workforce against the workforce plan and conduct audits to reduce non-standard operations and overtime.
• Improve equipment uptime and cycle times to meet plant targets and OEE goals.
• Maintain proper inventory levels to meet customer schedules with tight control on finished goods and WIP.

Skills

Leadership ability

Supervisory experience

Lean principles

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

Company Overview

Meridian Lightweight Technologies is a global leader in lightweight manufacturing, dedicated to fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. Our commitment to employee empowerment and engagement ensures that every team member can achieve their full potential in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

To develop a proactive manufacturing environment to better serve our Customers and benefit our stakeholders. The primary responsibility will be to work with all the management team to achieve the company goal while committed to the philosophy that recognizes the worth of every employee and the value of every Customer. The Production Manager is responsible for the coordination and effectiveness of all production activities including die cast and secondary operations.

Major Responsibilities of the Position

• To monitor and manage the workforce to the workforce plan conducting audits at regular intervals to reduce non- standard operations and wasted labor. To minimize the need for overtime through efficient use of labor and it's scheduling. To have a satisfied workforce through good employee relations resulting in good retention and attendance.
• Uptime improvements monitored and managed to reach OEE targets on all equipment. To maintain and improve cycle times to meet or exceed plant targets.
• To maintain proper inventory levels to ensure meeting Customer schedules establishing triggers to prevent over build or under build. The goal is 100% on time delivery, while not exceeding an inventory level exceeding four days of finished goods, or five days of WIP.

Education, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business required.
• Manufacturing experience including die cast or secondary/machining and assembly experience 5 to 10 years required.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Must demonstrate leadership ability and previous supervisory experience in manufacturing environment required.
• Trained on standard work and Lean principles. Proficient in Microsoft office.

Why work for Meridian Lightweight Technologies?

At Meridian Lightweight Technologies, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of lightweight automotive manufacturing. We combine advanced technology, innovation, and a commitment to excellence to deliver world-class solutions for leading automotive customers.

Our employees work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where their contributions matter, opportunities for growth are encouraged, and continuous improvement is part of our culture. If you're looking for a career where you can make an impact while working with cutting‑edge manufacturing processes, Meridian is the place to build your future.

Compensation and benefits

• 401(k) + 401(k) matching
• Dental + Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee/ partner discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health + life insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Employee incentive programs
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Offer will be dependent on background check and drug screen.