Production Manager

FPC Franchise; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Production Manager to oversee all aspects of a manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of leadership, experience in managing large teams, and a strong background in production efficiency and safety. This role requires a balance of technical proficiency, interpersonal skills, and the ability to drive change within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with supervisory roles.
• Ability to manage a team of 150+ employees.
• Proven ability to drive change in a heavy industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of production including safety and quality.
• Oversee production scheduling and maintenance.
• Conduct performance reviews and support staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Knowledge

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business management

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The purpose of the Production Manager role is to provide management and leadership to achieve safety, quality and production goals. The Production Manager will lead a team of hourly and salary employees and be responsible for all aspects of the operation including safety, production, maintenance, warehouse, budget management, productivity improvements and quality.

Your Day to Day:

• Maintain departments in proper and safe condition, ensure environmental compliance, oversee programs to safeguard personnel, preserve facilities, and promote good housekeeping
• Manage the overall activities of the assigned operations to ensure proper workflow, maintenance of production schedules, acceptable quality levels and inventory levels
• Utilize facilities, workforce, and analysis of methods and materials to achieve economic operating cost using team management concepts and administration of work rules
• Manage planning and production to direct production scheduling and productions to ensure efficient production schedules, economic operating efficiencies and process capabilities, and maintenance of current quality systems. Work closely with QA, QC and engineering to manage the same.
• Develop and implement annual budgets, quality programs, and productivity improvement plans
• Conduct performance reviews of subordinates and develop and maintain training programs to support business plan and growth
• Maintain communications and coordination with other managers within plant operations
• Coordinate technical activities with Engineering and other departmental units as required
• Assist in special projects and assignments as specified
• May act as Plant Manager in his/her absence
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Ceramics) or business management with the ability to demonstrate technical proficiency will be considered with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment that includes supervisory and management roles
• Proven leadership and management skills
• Manages a staff of 150+ hourly/6 salary employees, sets direction and deploys resources. Responsible for performance evaluations, pay reviews, hiring, and terminating.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change in a heavy industrial environment
• Demonstrated technical knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to develop highly efficient teams on the shop floor
• Excellent problem-solving trouble shooting skills for supporting all aspects of the infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience in productivity tools such as Lean and or Six Sigma
• Demonstrated ability to achieve positive results in the area of safety
• Basic knowledge of quality management
• Experience with an ERP system is required, SAP would be preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proven analytical and quality improvement ability
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Minimal travel required 0 – 10 days per year .
• Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust mist gas fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
• May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 50 pounds

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.