Production Manager

The Nycor Group; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nycor Group seeks a Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations in Maple Grove, MN. You will lead a high-performance team focused on safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction, while building frontline leaders and driving continuous improvement.

Ideal applicants bring 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, strong Lean skills, and experience with ERP and production planning systems.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Proven history of improving operations through leadership and process improvement.
• Experience with Lean, CI methodologies, and structured problem-solving tools.
• Coaching experience and development of future leaders.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet goals safely and efficiently.
• Lead and develop supervisors and team members to strengthen leadership.
• Set clear expectations and promote accountability across the operation.
• Drive initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Monitor metrics and take corrective actions to hit targets.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, planning, purchasing, and customer teams.
• Identify and lead process-improvement opportunities.
• Foster continuous learning and operational excellence across the organization.
• Lead change initiatives and clearly communicate priorities.

Skills

People leadership

Lean & CI

ERP familiarity

Production planning

MS Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Engineering/Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning software

Microsoft Office

Job description

An established manufacturing organization is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a team focused on delivering exceptional results in safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. This role is responsible for creating a high-performance work environment, developing frontline leaders, and implementing process improvements that drive operational excellence.

The successful candidate will be an engaging people leader who can balance workforce development with achieving business objectives. This individual will champion continuous improvement, build strong cross-functional partnerships, and foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect.

Primary Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and consistently.
• Lead, mentor, and develop supervisors and team members to strengthen leadership capabilities and employee engagement.
• Establish clear expectations and performance standards while promoting accountability throughout the operation.
• Drive initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce waste, enhance product quality, and optimize workflow.
• Monitor key operational metrics and implement corrective actions as needed to achieve performance targets.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, planning, purchasing, and customer-facing teams to resolve issues and support business objectives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead implementation efforts.
• Support organizational growth by developing a culture focused on continuous learning, problem solving, and operational excellence.
• Lead change initiatives and effectively communicate priorities across the organization.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of five years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven history of improving operational results through effective leadership and process improvement.
• Experience utilizing Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and structured problem-solving tools.
• Demonstrated success coaching employees, building strong teams, and developing future leaders.
• Familiarity with production planning systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and customer commitments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Experience leading teams through operational changes and business growth initiatives.

What You'll Accomplish

• Strengthen the organization's safety culture and employee involvement.
• Deliver consistent results in production output, product quality, and customer delivery performance.
• Develop supervisors and team leaders into highly effective contributors.
• Improve operational efficiencies and reduce waste through ongoing improvement efforts.
• Foster a workplace culture where employees are engaged, supported, accountable, and committed to success.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.