Production Manager

STQ Partners; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

STQ Partners is assisting a global leader in specialty engineered materials to hire a production leader who will plan, schedule, and manage daily production activities to meet customer and business requirements.

You will lead Lean initiatives, implement 5S, monitor safety and quality metrics, and collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to achieve operational objectives. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years' supervisory manufacturing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with supervisory or management responsibility.
• Hands-on experience implementing Lean manufacturing tools and 5S methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 or a comparable quality management system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage daily production activities to meet customer and business requirements.
• Lead and support Lean manufacturing initiatives focused on waste reduction, efficiency, and standardization.
• Implement, maintain, and audit 5S standards across all production areas.
• Monitor production metrics including safety, quality, delivery, and cost, initiating corrective actions where needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems (ISO 9001) and internal procedures.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and hourly employees.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events and standard work development.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

5S methodologies

Leadership

Problem-solving

Supervisory experience

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

Job description

Our client is a global leader in specialty engineered materials, serving a diverse range of industrial markets including advanced manufacturing, filtration, insulation, energy, and transportation. With a worldwide manufacturing footprint and a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company develops high-performance solutions that help customers improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance.

With manufacturing operations across multiple countries and thousands of employees worldwide, the organization offers long-term career opportunities within a collaborative, continuous improvement-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage daily production activities to meet customer and business requirements.
• Lead and support Lean manufacturing initiatives focused on waste reduction, efficiency, and standardization.
• Implement, maintain, and audit 5S standards across all production areas.
• Monitor production metrics including safety, quality, delivery, and cost, initiating corrective actions where needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems (ISO 9001) and internal procedures.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and hourly employees.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events and standard work development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with supervisory or management responsibility.
• Hands‑on experience implementing Lean manufacturing tools and 5S methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 or a comparable quality management system preferred.

Key Performance Measures

• Safety performance
• Production output and schedule adherence
• Quality metrics, including scrap and rework reduction
• Labor efficiency and cost control
• 5S audit performance and continuous improvement results

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a well‑established global manufacturing organization that values innovation, continuous improvement, and employee development. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives drive better solutions and long‑term success.

• Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.