Production Manager

AkzoNobel; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 126,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement savings with company-m

Annual bonus

Medical insurance with HSA

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D

Generous vacation, sick and holiday

Short & Long term disability

Parental leave

Career growth opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion Networks

Employee referral bonus

Employee appreciation days

Job summary

AkzoNobel in High Point, NC is seeking a Production Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations in a fast-paced paints and coatings environment. You will supervise factory operators, coordinate production schedules, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency across the plant.

The role demands a strong track record in chemical manufacturing, 5+ years in leadership, and excellent cross-functional communication. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field from four-year college/university.
• 6+ years of paint manufacturing or liquid batch manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in supervisory/management roles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise manufacturing operations and factory operators.
• Develop production schedules to meet requirements.
• Ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets.
• Coach and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Communication

Prioritization

ERP skills

Education

BSc in chemistry

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

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Production Manager

Date: Aug 25, 2026

Location: High Point, NC, US, 27260

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Key Responsibilites

Lead, participate and contribute in all Health & Safety, Security and Environmental activities (SAFE meetings, BBS observer, HS&E training, Near Miss & AIRI reporting, Auditing, Housekeeping, 5S, Recycling, Waste Management, etc.).
Manage and supervise manufacturing operations and factory operators.

This includes (but not limited to):

• Manager the daily manufacturing activities in a manner that maximizes safety, quality and productivity.
• Manage all activities associated with establishing production schedules and ensure that actual production meets scheduled requirements.
• Assign daily tasks and activities to shift leaders.
• Ensure that all safety and work practices are followed, and that risk and waste are minimized.
• Ensure DOT Closure requirements are met.
• Monitor and analyze all stages of all manufacturing processes to prevent or correct errors.
• Evaluate employee's job performance and conduct job performance reviews. Conduct coaching and discipline sessions with employees when appropriate.
• Ensure all manufacturing employees receive relevant training to operate equipment, related to their assignments, in a safely manner.
• Coordinate production operations with the requirements for finished products and the needs for materials and labor.
• Optimize & streamline manufacturing processes, including the optimization of batch sizes.
• Manage & coordinate the Rework Process of Finish Goods and Obsolete Raw Materials.
• Ensure operating procedures are updated periodically.
• Ensure housekeeping of plant and regulatory requirements are met.
• Manage production of plant.
• Support operations to create a culture of functional excellence, accountability, professionalism and commitment to company values and standards.
• Plan, lead, organize and control the delivery of the operations contribution to site objectives and overall performance in terms of HSE&S, service and quality, costs and personnel.
• Establish processes to understand, look for and respond effectively to hazards in safety, health, security and environment, taking account of people, plant, community and procedures.
• Develop individual team members and build a team which collectively is capable of and fully involved in achieving the task. Enforce personal performance standards within team.
• As a member of operations management team, contribute to the formulation of site objectives from an operations perspective and ensure operations capabilities, constraints and HSE considerations are incorporated into overall production planning.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field from four year college or university
• 6+ years of paint manufacturing or liquid batch manufacturing experience
• 5+ years of previous supervisory/management experience
• Effective leadership, interpersonal skills, performance management, and people development skills required
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and tasks with clear prioritization and organizational skills
• Effective communicator with all levels of the organization (employees, managers, customers)
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP systems, etc.)

Base salary range for this role is: $126,000 to $136,000. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Eligible for annual bonus
• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Short & Long term disability
• Paid Parental leave after 1 year
• Career growth opportunities
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee appreciation days

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Acquiring Information

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.