Production Manager

MacLean-Fogg; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Production Manager for the Farmington Hills, Michigan manufacturing operation. You will lead daily production across assigned areas while developing teams and driving safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The role reports into a leadership team on-site with a strong emphasis on Lean practices, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• At least 6 years of experience in manufacturing or production management, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of production processes, machinery, quality control, and inventory management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse production team and support a positive, productive work environment.
• Ability to quickly identify operational issues and implement effective solutions that keep production on track and maintain quality standards.
• Ability to develop short- and long-term production plans that align with organizational goals and improve efficiency and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across assigned production areas, ensuring output, quality, safety, and efficiency targets are consistently met.
• Oversee production machinery, assembly processes, quality control, packaging, and related workflows to support efficient operations.
• Manage staffing levels, employee training, and workload distribution to support production goals and maintain a balanced operation.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet production demand while minimizing excess stock and optimizing space.
• Collaborate with R&D, product development and engineering, facilities management, maintenance, and customer service teams to align production with organizational priorities.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, coordinate effective solutions, and use production data to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen product quality.
• Lead initiatives that improve workflows, equipment utilization, production planning, quality control, and overall operational performance.
• Ensure production activities follow internal policies and applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards; maintain required production reports, inventory logs, and compliance records while reinforcing 5S and continuous improvement practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Production Manager for our Farmington Hills, Michigan manufacturing operation. In this role, you will lead daily production across assigned areas while developing teams and driving safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

• Location: Farmington Hills, MI
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Pay: $100,000-$115,000/year
• Schedule: Flexible daytime schedule
• Employment Type: Full-time / Salary

What You’ll Do as a Production Manager

• Lead day-to-day operations across assigned production areas, ensuring output, quality, safety, and efficiency targets are consistently met.
• Oversee production machinery, assembly processes, quality control, packaging, and related workflows to support efficient operations.
• Manage staffing levels, employee training, and workload distribution to support production goals and maintain a balanced operation.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet production demand while minimizing excess stock and optimizing space.
• Collaborate with R&D, product development and engineering, facilities management, maintenance, and customer service teams to align production with organizational priorities.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, coordinate effective solutions, and use production data to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen product quality.
• Lead initiatives that improve workflows, equipment utilization, production planning, quality control, and overall operational performance.
• Ensure production activities follow internal policies and applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards; maintain required production reports, inventory logs, and compliance records while reinforcing 5S and continuous improvement practices.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 6 years of experience in manufacturing or production management, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of production processes, machinery, quality control, and inventory management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse production team and support a positive, productive work environment.
• Ability to quickly identify operational issues and implement effective solutions that keep production on track and maintain quality standards.
• Ability to develop short- and long-term production plans that align with organizational goals and improve efficiency and profitability.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience with process optimization, lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess production data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize performance.

Benefits

Eligible employees across MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Virtual healthcare resources
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app

Pre-Employment Requirements

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, complete an assessment, or participate in the hiring process, contact [e-mail].

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