Production Manager

FPC Franchise; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

FPC Franchise is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations in a chemical manufacturing environment. You will drive safety, quality, cost control, and on-time delivery while developing a high-performing team.

The role requires strong people leadership, experience with SAP inventory and ISO standards, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Previous management experience with teams.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, environment, quality, delivery, cost, and morale in daily production.
• Enforce safety policies and conduct plant tours with corrective actions.
• Monitor batchsheet compliance and process audits.
• Investigate off-quality and customer complaints; lead corrective actions.
• Coordinate with planning to meet production schedules.
• Control labor, materials, and operating costs; drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Provide coaching and development to hourly associates; conduct performance reviews.
• Back up Senior Production Manager as needed.
• Approve batch sheets and process changes; support payroll and timekeeping.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

ISO standards

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

The Production Manager is responsible for the daily management and performance of the production department, including safety, environment, quality, delivery, cost, and morale. This role ensures plant systems comply with standard practices and supports continuous improvement in performance across safety, environmental compliance, quality, cost control, and team development. The work schedule for this role is Monday – Friday, 1st shift. Work outside hours and on-call.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety & Environmental CompliancePromote a safety-first culture; ensure training, audits, and safety certifications.
• Enforce safety policies, conduct plant tours, and implement corrective actions.
• Respond to and investigate environmental incidents and spills; implement energy-saving practices.
• Quality & DeliveryMonitor batchsheet compliance and process audits.
• Investigate off-quality and customer complaints; lead corrective actions.
• Maintain communication and coordination with planning teams to meet production schedules.
• Cost & Inventory ManagementControl labor, supply, and operating costs.
• Support and lead waste reduction and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with raw material and inventory systems.
• Team DevelopmentProvide performance reviews, coaching, and training.
• Maintain attendance and performance records.
• Encourage associate participation in continuous improvement (OFIs).
• Other ResponsibilitiesAct as backup to the Senior Production Manager.
• Approve batchsheets and process changes as needed.
• Support training system development and payroll/timekeeping review.

QUALIFICATIONS – REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Previous management experience with teams
• Ability to climb stairs and obtain medical clearance to wear a full-face respirator
• This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship for a work visa (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.).

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Progressive management experience of teams
• SAP knowledge and experience with SAP inventory management
• Prior experience in chemical manufacturing
• Previous experience managing 20+ associates in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of ISO Quality and Environmental Standards
• A thoughtful communication style with the ability to listen, learn quickly, and communicate effectively across all levels—from hourly associates to senior plant leadership
• Strong desire and ability to coach, mentor, and manage hourly associates
• Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and group presentations
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership and people development capabilities