Production Manager

TRC Talent Solutions; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement planning

Professional development

Job summary

Gobravvo is seeking a Production Manager to lead a modern manufacturing facility in Union, OH. You will guide production supervisors and floor staff, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and partner with plant leadership to deliver operational excellence.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, strong scheduling, and the ability to optimize processes in a fast-paced environment. 8+ years in metal fabrication or heavy manufacturing is preferred, with a focus on delivering results and

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in metal fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead floor supervisors, schedule workforce, and develop teams.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and scheduling skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop production supervisors, foremen, and floor staff with coaching and performance management.
• Oversee daily production operations balancing safety, quality, productivity, and costs.
• Monitor KPIs like work center utilization, scrap rates, and direct labor efficiency.
• Plan and direct daily production to meet customer delivery targets with 95% on-time rate.
• Champion ISO standards compliance and a proactive safety culture.
• Collaborate with training, participate in daily meetings, and report progress to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Production Metrics

Scheduling

Communication

Continuous Improvement

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

The Production Manager position offers a dynamic leadership opportunity within an industry-leading metal fabrication and manufacturing company. This full-time role is based in Union, OH and is integral to the continued growth and operational excellence of a state-of-the-art, expansive manufacturing facility. As a Production Manager, you will help shape the future of the facility by building high-performing teams, optimizing manufacturing processes, and collaborating closely with executive leadership. The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive experience in metal fabrication or heavy manufacturing, a proven track record in production leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

The Union, OH area is recognized for its vibrant industrial sector, offering a supportive environment for manufacturing professionals to thrive and grow. Working in this location provides access to a robust network of skilled professionals and resources, making it an ideal setting for a Production Manager seeking new challenges and career advancement opportunities.

Production Manager - Summary

The Production Manager plays a central role in driving operational excellence and team performance in a modern manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for leading production supervisors and floor staff, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, productivity, and cost-efficiency. By collaborating with plant management and cross-functional teams, the Production Manager will foster a culture of continuous improvement and contribute to the ongoing success of the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop production supervisors, foremen, and floor staff, ensuring effective coaching, performance management, and personnel decisions.
• Oversee daily production operations, balancing safety, quality, productivity, cost controls, and team morale to achieve organizational goals.
• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics such as work center utilization, scrap rates, and direct labor efficiency to identify bottlenecks and improve workflow.
• Plan, schedule, and direct daily production activities to meet or exceed customer delivery targets, maintaining a minimum 95% on-time delivery rate.
• Champion strict compliance with quality specifications and ISO standards, guiding teams to uphold the highest quality benchmarks.
• Promote and enforce a proactive safety culture by ensuring adherence to safety protocols and implementing continuous workplace safety improvements.
• Collaborate with internal training teams, participate in daily production meetings, and present regular performance progress reports to plant executives.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement planning options and other financial benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a rapidly growing organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience in metal fabrication or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop floor supervisors, oversee workforce scheduling, and foster team development.
• Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with visual management controls and production metric tracking.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and excellent coordination, organizational, and scheduling skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility to support off-shift or weekend operations as needed, with occasional travel as required.

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• A seasoned leader with deep experience in metal fabrication or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Skilled at motivating and developing teams, driving continuous operational improvements, and delivering results in a fast-paced setting.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and adept at leveraging production metrics to optimize processes.
• Committed to safety, quality, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Flexible and adaptable, ready to meet the changing needs of a growing facility.

Other Relevant Information

• The Production Manager role is a direct hire, full-time opportunity located in a highly advanced facility designed to support rapid organizational growth.
• Successful candidates will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's operations and long-term success.
• Joining the team in Union, OH provides access to a collaborative work environment and industry-leading manufacturing resources.

Your expertise could be the key to driving continued success in this state-of-the-art facility!