Production Manager

Kosmos; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consumer products manufacturer is seeking a Production Manager to oversee workflow and ensure quality standards are met. Responsibilities include liaising with other managers, organizing workflow, and supervising production personnel. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of production management and be proficient in MS Office and ERP software. A BS/BA in business administration is preferred, and experience with ISO standards is a plus.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of production management.
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.
• Experience in reporting on key production metrics.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives.
• Ensure safety and health standards are met.
• Organize workflow to meet specifications and deadlines.
• Supervise and evaluate production personnel.

Skills

Production management knowledge

Understanding of quality standards

Performance evaluation skills

MS Office proficiency

Outstanding communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

BS/BA in business administration or relevant field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Overview

Growing Consumer Products Manufacturer in Fall River, MA has a need for a Production Manager. This is a direct hire opening with a full benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements
• Ensure all safety and health standards are met to keep an organization accident-free
• Organize workflow to meet specifications and deadlines
• Ensure output meets quality standards including product specifications
• Ensure output meets product quality, safety and industry standards for sanitation
• Supervise and evaluate performance of production personnel (quality inspectors, workers etc.)
• Determine amount of necessary resources (workforce, raw materials etc.) needed to achieve goals and targets
• Work with Facilities Manager to coordinate maintenance work, purchasing of equipment, supplies, etc.
• Motivate, support and provide guidance to production staff
• Evaluate machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime
• Establish a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations
• Set productivity goals for each manufacturing team
• Develop workflow policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of production management
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
• Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts
• Experience in reporting on key production metrics
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP software
• Outstanding communication ability
• Excellent organizational and leaderships skills
• BS/BA in business administration or relevant field is preferred
• Experience with ISO22716, ISO9001, GMP or related standard a plus