Production Manager

WITRON Group; Hernando (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Three bonus opportunities

401(k) match

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Job summary

WITRON Group in Hernando, Mississippi, seeks a Production Manager to coordinate daily operations of the advanced automated material handling system, ensuring safe, efficient production that meets customer targets.

You will partner with the Site Manager, analyze KPI data, drive continuous improvement, and lead maintenance coordination while promoting a strong safety culture across shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' supervisory experience.
• Experience in warehouse, supply chain, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of logistics principles and OSHA safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as deputy to Site Manager for operations and customer relations.
• Generate and analyze production and KPI reports to improve output.
• Lead process reviews and implement real-time improvements.
• Coordinate maintenance with the Maintenance Manager to minimize downtime.
• Promote safety and lead staff meetings when Site Manager unavailable.

Skills

Logistics basics

Automation systems familiarity

Customer communication

Team building

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Ambiguity tolerance

P&L experience

Shift leadership

Maintenance scheduling

Education

HS diploma/GED

College degree or trade cert (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join WITRON as a Production Manager! The Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating all daily activity related to the safe and efficient operation of WITRON's advanced automated material handling system in order to meet or exceed customer production targets. A successful Operations Manager will understand the operational and business needs of our customer and effectively engage with all levels of operation to drive collaboration, innovation, and success.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary deputy to Site Manager both internally and externally for customer relations, employee matters, and operational decisions
• Generate, analyze, and provide feedback relating to a variety of production and KPI reports to ensure superior, data-driven operational output
• Drive departmental and team operational excellence through regular process reviews and real-time feedback based on measurable deliverables
• Partner with the Site Manager to fully understand customer service expectations and implement necessary changes to processes and procedures to constantly improve performance
• Manage employee headcounts through effective workforce planning, drive responsible labor costs, and support results-driven team structure
• Maintain open, effective, and responsive communication with the customer on all aspect of operations directly impacting the customers' expectations
• Attend and, in the case of the Site Manager’s unavailability, chair staff meetings
• Promote a "Safety First" mindset in all activities
• Coordinate and supervise all production team activity in accordance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager and maintenance team to effectively schedule preventive and repair maintenance activities to minimize impact to daily production
• Action immediate resolutions to irregular operations through careful and impactful review of process deviations and implementation of innovative and effective solutions
• Approach each day with a continuous improvement mindset and drive all levels of the organization to strive to be better
• Provide leadership for colleagues by mentoring future leaders, promoting open communication between teams, coaching on process and procedural compliance, leading training & development initiatives, and promoting the company's values
• Act as a subject matter expert for WITRON system functionality and roles & responsibilities for the extended operations team

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; 2- or 4-year college degree or trade school certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a supervisory role
• Previous experience in warehouse, supply chain, manufacturing, or industrial sectors

Skills, Abilities, & Knowledge

• Familiarity with basic logistics and supply chain principles
• Basic understanding of automated material handling systems
• Customer-oriented communication and management
• Proven track record of team building
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks and workload in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity
• P & L experience
• Ability to coordinate and supervise a team of colleagues working in shift patterns
• Experience in scheduling and/or overseeing planned, preventive, and unplanned maintenance
• Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Physical Requirements

• Wear appropriate personnel protective equipment in all safety-sensitive areas
• Be capable of continuous walking, standing, and climbing
• Lift, pull, push up to 50 lbs.

Travel

This role may require occasional domestic and/or international travel in order to undergoing relevant training, to attend internal and/or customer meetings, and/or to support other WITRON facilities as needed.

Shifts

• Flexibility to work any shift as required by operational needs
• Ability to be on-call as needed to ensure operational integrity

Why WITRON?

• Innovative Environment: Be at the forefront of technology with WITRON's advanced automated material handling system.
• Continuous Growth: Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement with ample opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Competitive Benefits: WITRON values employees and strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer three (3) bonus opportunities, comprehensive health benefits. We offer company paid Basic Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance. We offer a great 401(k) match, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and much more!

Join WITRON and be part of a team that's shaping the future of automation logistics!

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Additional Benefits

• Team Spirit We are there for one another and as a company we strive to always become better. You can look forward to being part of a great team environment.
• WITRON Bonus Employees will have the opportunity to participate in our WITRON bonus program once eligible.
• Social Benefits WITRON has a tradition of observing “Special Days” in our employees lives and will provide added benefits or bonuses to help celebrate certain milestones.
• Top Equipment We will provide you with brand name work apparel and professional tools to make sure all of our employees have the right equipment to do the job.
• Corporate Culture Collaboration, an open-door policy, various company events and team building measures are a part of WITRON. A company with modern values and positive culture is waiting for you.
• Support & Opportunity Performance is worth the effort. Your potential will be both recognized and supported. Career opportunities are available for all of our employees, come grow with WITRON.