Production Manager

Alleghenysurface; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare for You & Your Family

Retirement

Paid Time Off

Career Development

Job summary

Allegheny Surface Technology in Lewis Run, PA is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and on‑time delivery, and connect production scheduling with the shop floor. The role emphasizes hands‑on leadership, Lean and continuous improvement, team development, and data‑driven decision making to boost efficiency and long‑term performance.

You will work cross‑functionally with scheduling, maintenance, quality, and shipping to optimize capacity and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing or production leadership experience.
• Experience leading supervisors and production teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, workflow optimization, and processes.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, PDCA, or other continuous improvement methods.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, production software, Microsoft Office, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions quickly.
• Ability to read and interpret technical docs, process instructions, routes, and quality requirements.
• Hands-on leader who works on the floor while thinking strategically.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to maximize throughput with top safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Coach Production Supervisors to align priorities and goals.
• Translate schedules into actionable daily plans and resolve bottlenecks.
• Support short- and long-term capacity planning, labor forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Analyze key metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Drive Lean initiatives and standardization to reduce waste and increase capacity.
• Collaborate with Scheduling, Quality, Maintenance, Customer Service, Shipping, Purchasing and others to ensure flow.
• Ensure OSHA and environmental compliance and safety policy adherence.
• Assist hiring, onboarding, cross-training, and workforce development.
• Oversee Shipping & Receiving for accurate material flow and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, automation, and long-term improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Quality

Throughput

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

PDCA

ERP systems

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

Production Manager

Job Type: Full Time

Job Details

Lead Production. Build High-Performing Teams. Drive Operational Excellence.

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys improving processes, developing teams, and delivering results? Do you excel at balancing hands‑on leadership with strategic planning? If so, Allegheny Surface Technology (AST) is looking for an experienced Production Manager to join our growing team.

As our Production Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring production operations run safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This position serves as the connection between production scheduling and the shop floor, overseeing daily production flow, managing capacity, improving processes, and driving initiatives that support customer commitments and business goals.

This role is ideal for a manufacturing professional who enjoys being actively involved in daily operations while also using data, planning, and problem‑solving skills to improve long‑term performance. The Production Manager will help strengthen operational excellence by creating efficient processes, improving workflow, and ensuring teams have the resources needed to succeed.

Leadership Expectations

The Production Manager is expected to be a visible and engaged leader who sets the standard for safety, accountability, communication, and teamwork across the production floor. This role will focus on developing and coaching supervisors, building strong relationships with employees, and creating an environment where team members understand expectations, feel supported, and are empowered to achieve success. The ideal candidate leads by example, embraces continuous improvement, and helps develop the next generation of leaders within the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily production operations to maximize throughput while maintaining the highest standards for safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to Production Supervisors to ensure alignment on priorities, expectations, and operational goals.
• Translate production schedules into actionable daily plans, monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and resolve production challenges.
• Manage short‑term production priorities while supporting mid‑ and long‑term capacity planning, labor forecasting, equipment utilization, and resource allocation.
• Analyze key production metrics including throughput, on‑time delivery, labor utilization, rework, and other performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, visual management, standardization, and process improvements to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and increase capacity.
• Partner with Scheduling, Quality, Maintenance, Customer Service, Shipping & Receiving, Purchasing, and other departments to ensure effective communication and production flow.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, quality standards, and company safety policies.
• Support hiring, onboarding, cross‑training, and employee development initiatives to build a skilled and capable workforce.
• Oversee Shipping & Receiving operations to ensure accurate material flow, proper documentation, and timely shipments.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, equipment upgrades, automation, and other initiatives that support long‑term operational success.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of manufacturing or production leadership experience.
• Experience leading supervisors and production teams in a fast‑paced, high‑mix manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, workflow optimization, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, PDCA, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, production software, Microsoft Office, and production data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, process instructions, production routes, and quality requirements.
• A hands‑on leader who enjoys being present on the production floor while also thinking strategically about operational improvements.

Expected Work Schedule

This is a full‑time exempt position. The standard work schedule generally aligns with normal production and business operations; however, flexibility is required to support multiple shifts, production schedules, and urgent operational needs. As an exempt leadership role, the Production Manager is expected to work the hours necessary to successfully fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Why Join Allegheny Surface Technology?

At AST, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our operations while working alongside a team committed to safety, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. We value leaders who challenge the status quo, develop their teams, and help create solutions that improve our processes and support our customers.

If you are ready to take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career and help lead a team focused on operational excellence, we would love to hear from you.

At Allegheny Surface Technology, our team is the key to everything we do. We support our people with a collaborative environment, meaningful work, and a full suite of benefits:

• Health & Welfare for You & Your Family – Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Accidental & Critical Illness Ins, EAP (All within 60 days)
• Retirement – 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, PTO, Holidays, Jury Duty, Bereavement
• Career Development – Education Assistance and skill‑building opportunities

Apply today and become part of Allegheny Surface Technology Team!

Job Location

Allegheny Surface Technology
14 Egbert Lane
Lewis Run, PA 16738

Job Contact

Human Resources
11 Lincoln Drive
Lewis Run, PA 16738
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Applicants meeting the criteria above must successfully pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening, possible pre-employment testing, interview, and background investigation in order to qualify for full-time employment.

Allegheny Bradford Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Poster, Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster, E-Verify Participation-English Poster, E-Verify Participation-Spanish Poster, Right To Work-English Poster, and Right To Work-Spanish Poster.