Production Manager

Lift Solutions Holdings, LLC; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Solutions Holdings, LLC seeks a Production Manager to lead daily plant operations, drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery for the New Equipment Business. You will plan, schedule, and execute fabrication, assembly, and install activities while developing a high‑performing team of technicians.

You will mentor Supervisors and Team Leads, champion continuous improvement, manage capacity and load balance, and collaborate with project managers and purchasing to meet customer commitments and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing, or related field.
• 5+ years as a Production Supervisor or Manager in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years in Make-to-Order, Engineered-to-Order environments.
• Experience with production planning, safety excellence, and quality control principles.
• Experience with Lean Daily Management, Kaizen, 5S, Tier meetings, and gemba walks.
• Strong project management skills including scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with manufacturing software (ERP/MRP).
• Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable shop-floor tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations to meet safety, quality, cost, and production targets.
• Plan and execute fabrication, assembly, and installation operations.
• Champion a Safety‑First culture and implement safety programs to minimize injuries.
• Mentor Supervisors and Team Leads to build high‑performing, accountable teams.
• Drive high quality, product consistency, and reduce defects through robust systems.
• Lead continuous improvement to improve material flow, efficiency, and delivery.
• Manage direct and indirect labor, overhead costs, and inventory levels."
• Coordinate with project managers, purchasing, estimating and other plants to plan for success and flawless execution.
• Monitor capacity and balance workload; allocate resources to meet customer commitments.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Lean & continuous improvement

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Manager ensures Lift Solutions delivers on its commitments: precision, reliable, engineered solutions, specific for each customer’s needs in the New Equipment Business. This role owns planning and execution through installation — driving operational excellence through safety, quality, operational discipline, efficiency and flow on the shop floor — while developing a team of technicians into a high‑performing, accountable unit. Success means customers always receive on‑time, flawless products; employees take pride in their craftsmanship; and operations continuously improve in alignment with Lift Solutions’ strategic vision.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations to ensure targets for safety, quality, cost, and production are achieved.
• Responsible for the planning and execution for all fabrication, assembly and install operations.
• Champion a Safety‑First culture across all of operations both within fabrication and customer installation. Drive the implementation of safety and industrial hygiene programs designed to minimize the severity and frequency of workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Lead, mentor, and coach Supervisors and Team Leads to build and sustain high‑performing teams and promote a culture of accountability, collaboration and teamwork. Provide effective training and onboarding to employees to develop strong technical skills and flexibility within the workforce.
• Lead the team to drive high quality, product consistency, reduce defects, and improve overall quality through robust systems and standards.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts to improve material flow, manufacturing efficiency, and exceed delivery commitments through 5S, Standard Work and effective root cause problem solving.
• Take aggressive action to drive financial performance in the areas of direct and indirect labor, manufacturing overhead cost, and inventory levels.
• Partner with project managers, purchasing, estimating and other Lift Solutions plants to set up a solid plan for success and execute flawlessly.
• Monitor and analyze capacity across all resources and proactively level load work, develop plans to remove constraints and manage the overall plan to protect the customer commitment dates. Ensure effective allocation of resources across all areas of the operation to accomplish customer‑driven priorities.
• Manage operational targets and KPIs and ensure all team members are working towards the business goals through Daily Management, Tier Meetings and Schedule Adherence Alignment.
• Communicate performance, challenges, and strategic plans to senior leadership and cross‑functional teams and elevate when identify roadblocks.
• Accountable for inventory utilization, management and control.
• Play an active and significant role in the S&OP process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years as a Production Supervisor or Manager in a Manufacturing Environment.
• 2+ years experience in a Make‑to‑Order, Engineered‑to‑Order business.
• Demonstrated experience of production planning, Safety Excellence, and quality control principles.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Daily Management, Kaizen, 5S, Tier meetings, problem solving and gemba walks.
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Strong financial management and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with manufacturing software (e.g., ERP, MRP systems).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of ISO standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 35-50 lbs as needed.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise and variable temperatures.