Production Manager

Rw-Screw-LLC; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RW Screw LLC in Massillon, Ohio seeks a Production Manager to lead machining operations on the shop floor. Role emphasizes hands-on leadership, safety, quality, delivery, cost control, and people development to improve performance through data, standard work, and continuous improvement. The manager will balance labor, machines, and priorities in a high‑mix/high‑volume setting, coaching teams and driving schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience in a machining environment.
• 3+ years of production or floor leadership experience.
• Knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and setups.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily machining operations across assigned production areas to meet safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets.
• Directly lead supervisors, leads, and hourly associates with clear expectations and accountability.
• Enforce safety standards and drive root-cause analysis for incidents, scrap, and rework.
• Use production data and KPIs to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Machining processes

People leadership

Data-driven decisions

ISO/TS standards

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Quality & safety

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Production scheduling

Job description

Production Manager

RW Screw LLC, Massillon, Ohio, United States

About this position

Production Manager

Production Floor Manager – Machining Operations

Job Title: Production Manager
Job status: Full-time employee, Exempt
Salary Department: Operations
Reports to: Operations Manager

Summary/Objective We are seeking a Production Floor Manager with strong machining experience to lead daily operations in a high-mix, high-volume machining environment. This role is highly hands‑on and focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people leadership. The ideal candidate is a visible floor leader who understands machining processes, drives accountability, and improves performance through data, standard work, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Execution

• Lead daily machining operations across assigned production areas, which may include:
  • Primary Operations - ACME's, Swiss, CNC, Schutte, Hydro mats, and Grinding or;
  • Secondary Operations – CNC, Brother, Broaches, Drill, Mills, Deburr, and Assembly
• Ensure production targets for safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency are met.
• Balance labor, machines, and priorities in a dynamic, high mix / high-volume environment.
• Identify constraints and adjust schedules and resources in real time.
• Escalate risks early and drive corrective actions to prevent missed deliveries.

People Leadership

• Directly lead supervisors, leads, and hourly associates.
• Set clear expectations, reinforce standard work, and hold teams accountable.
• Conduct regular floor walks, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Support training, cross‑training, and skill development for machinists and operators.
• Build a culture of engagement, ownership, and accountability.

Quality & Safety

• Enforce safety standards, housekeeping, and safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, inspection plans, and control plans.
• Lead root cause analysis for safety incidents, scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions to reduce repeat issues.

Continuous Improvement

• Use production data and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Lead structured problem‑solving (RCA, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.).
• Improve throughput, changeover time, scrap, and labor efficiency.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Scheduling to improve processes.
• Support lean initiatives, standard work, and visual management.

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate daily priorities and expectations to the floor.
• Participate in production meetings and report performance vs. plan.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to resolve material, tooling, or capacity issues.
• Ensure accurate reporting and follow‑through on action items.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience in a machining environment.
• 3+ years of production or floor leadership experience.
• Strong working knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and setups.
• Experience in high‑mix / high‑volume or fast‑paced manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead teams and hold accountability on the shop floor.
• Comfortable using production metrics and data to drive decisions.
• Knowledge of ISO and TS standards and systems
• Strong problem‑solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to coach and counsel employees
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling.
• Experience leading through change or operational improvement initiatives.

Salary Information

65,000 - 95,000Hourly Wage