Production Manager

CPS, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 133,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Cps4jobs is seeking an experienced Production Manager for its Newark, New Jersey site to oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence. You will partner with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality production.

The role requires a strong background in chemical engineering or a related field, six-plus years in manufacturing, and proven leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of manufacturing department operations across multiple shifts.
• Implement and enforce environmental, health, safety, and security programs to ensure regulatory compliance and workplace safety.
• Maintain the highest standards of product quality and oversee the quality management system within production operations.
• Ensure policies and procedures are effectively implemented to optimize plant performance and achieve key operational metrics.
• Develop a strong understanding of departmental operations to serve as a resource for troubleshooting issues, removing operational roadblocks, and identifying and implementing process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Our client in Newark, New Jersey, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to maintain a safe work environment, ensure consistent product quality, coordinate manufacturing and maintenance activities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of manufacturing department operations across multiple shifts.
• Implement and enforce environmental, health, safety, and security programs to ensure regulatory compliance and workplace safety.
• Maintain the highest standards of product quality and oversee the quality management system within production operations.
• Ensure policies and procedures are effectively implemented to optimize plant performance and achieve key operational metrics.
• Develop a strong understanding of departmental operations to serve as a resource for troubleshooting issues, removing operational roadblocks, and identifying and implementing process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including prior production or plant management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Salary

Up to $148,100