Production Manager

CSP; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Job summary

CSP is a leading formulator and molder of lightweight composites, offering a team-focused culture and BENEfits4U. CSP seeks a senior manufacturing leader to oversee production, drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and mentor teams to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets.

The role demands 10+ years in manufacturing process engineering, 5+ years in NPD in cross-functional settings, and a strong track record of improving efficiency and reducing waste.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing engineering or related field.
• Lean Manufacturing certification required; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.
• 10+ years hands-on experience in manufacturing process engineering.
• 5+ years of new product development experience in a cross-functional environment.
• 5+ years applying Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodologies in manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading and developing production teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production dept activities to meet targets for volume, cost and quality.
• Develop and monitor daily/weekly production schedules for on-time orders.
• Implement SOPs across all production areas.
• Ensure QMS, GMPs, and 5S compliance across operations.
• Analyze production metrics for continuous improvement in efficiency and waste reduction.
• Lead and mentor supervisors, team leads, and line workers.
• Review daily production reports and corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, quality and logistics to resolve issues.
• Maintain focus on first-pass quality and customer satisfaction.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma to improve flow and reduce non-value-added work.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a safe work environment.
• Manage headcount, overtime, and labor utilization to meet demand.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Lean Six Sigma

DMAIC

Production planning

Schedule adherence

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Lean Manufacturing certification

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred

Job description

CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.

Job Description Essential Job Functions

• Oversee all activities within the production department to ensure targets for volume, cost, and quality are met or exceeded.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor daily and weekly production schedules to ensure timely completion of customer orders.
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) across all production areas.
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems (QMS), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and 5S processes.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in efficiency, waste reduction, and throughput.
• Lead and mentor supervisors, team leads, and production employees to achieve operational excellence and professional growth.
• Review and approve daily production reports, performance data, and corrective action plans.
• Partner with engineering, maintenance, quality, and logistics teams to resolve production-related issues promptly.
• Maintain focus on first-pass quality, ensuring all processes meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Drive implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve process flow and reduce non-value-added activity.
• Enforce all safety policies and ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Manage headcount planning, overtime, and labor utilization to align with production demand.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities for production personnel.
• Recommend and implement process or staffing changes to support strategic business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on results and accountability.
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, and efficiency measurement.
• Skilled in production planning, capacity analysis, and schedule adherence.
• Proven track record of implementing Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, unionized manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing process engineering.
• 5+ years of new product development (NPD) experience in a cross-functional environment.
• 5+ years applying Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodologies in a manufacturing setting.
• 5+ years of experience leading and developing production teams.
• Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) strongly preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Technology.
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing required; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred

If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you! Being a CSP employee means having the opportunity to see your impact every day. Our work experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our commitment to your success, and most importantly, our people. We are a team of self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy and humble people who make choices according to what is best for the team. We live to collaborate and make a difference.