Production Manager

Ultipro; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolution, a plastics recycling company, is seeking a Production Manager to lead operations at our Little Rock facility. The role requires hands-on leadership to develop supervisors, drive Lean Manufacturing, and advance continuous improvement in safety, quality, and throughput.

You will manage shift teams, coordinate labor and schedules, and partner with cross-functional groups to meet production goals while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's in Engineering or Business preferred.
• 5+ years plant operations experience in a small to mid-size facility.
• 5–10 years operations management experience in a plastic extrusion or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to promote safety policies, 5S, and health and safety of employees.
• Lead production supervisors and ensure Shift/Line teams operate efficiently.
• Meet or exceed safety, quality, and productivity goals for the plant.
• Manage labor and schedules to align with production goals and customer service.
• Oversee training and development for production staff.
• Set, monitor, and troubleshoot process conditions to maximize quality and throughput.
• Sponsor Lean Manufacturing practices for continuous improvement.
• Communicate key issues to management at all levels.
• Interact daily with Scheduling, HR, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Team Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Safety Compliance

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Revolution is seeking a Production Manager to lead operations at our Little Rock facility. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can motivate teams, develop supervisors, and drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence. This position plays a key role in advancing Revolution's sustainability mission-transforming used plastics into high-quality recycled materials that reduce waste and support a more sustainable future.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic operations leader to make a meaningful impact while helping build a high-performing, safety-focused manufacturing team.

• Provide Support and Leadership in the promotion, implementation, and improvement of all Safety policies, programs, and 5s initiatives to ensure the Health and Safety of all employees.
  
• Demonstrate leadership to the production supervisors and ensure that all Shift and Line teams are operating efficiently and cohesively.
  
• Ensure that the plant meets or exceeds key operating goals, i.e., safety, quality, and productivity.
  
• Effectively manages labor and schedules to match production goals and customer service requirements.
  
• Evaluate performance and oversee training and development for production employees.
  
• Responsible for setting, monitoring, and troubleshooting process conditions to maximize product quality and machine throughput.
  
• Engage employees and sponsor Lean Manufacturing practices focused on continuous improvement of operations and manufacturing standards.
  
• Effectively communicate with all levels of management on key issues.
  
• Interact daily with cross-functional support groups (Scheduling, Human Resources, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering).

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in a Technical or Business discipline is required. Bachelor's Degree (Engineering or Business discipline) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years plant operations experience in a small to medium facility with at least 70-100 employees.
• 5-10 years operations management experience in a small to medium plastic extrusion facility or equivalent experience leading teams focused on process improvement and troubleshooting is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, intellectual curiosity, and organizational skills.
• Proven leader with experience managing supervisors; Strong writing, computer and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented with skills to balance multiple tasks and assignments at one time.
• Proven track record of continuous improvement and lean methodology.
• Experience with ERP systems a plus.

ABOUT REVOLUTION
It’s time to redefine possible. At Revolution, we exist to empower businesses and consumers to contribute to a better future through sustainable loop plastic solutions. Our unique, circular approach results in sustainable products and services that effectively meet the needs of businesses today, while helping prepare them for tomorrow. And we’re just getting started. Learn more at revolutioncompany.com

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