Production Manager

Revolution Sustainable Solutions, LLC; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolution Sustainable Solutions, LLC in Terre Haute, IN is seeking a hands-on Night Shift Production Manager to lead reprocessing operations. You will build high-performing teams, mentor supervisors, and drive continuous improvement through Lean practices to turn used plastics into high-quality recycled materials.

In this leadership role, you will influence plant performance while supporting sustainability goals, ensuring safety, quality, and operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of plant operations experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in plastics extrusion, recycling, or related environment preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing production supervisors and developing employees.
• Strong Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process-improvement background.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture through policies, safety programs, and 5S initiatives.
• Provide leadership and direction to production supervisors and shift teams for efficient operations.
• Drive plant performance to meet safety, quality, productivity goals.
• Manage staffing, labor resources, and production schedules to meet demand.
• Oversee employee performance, training, and development to build a skilled team.
• Monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot processes to improve quality and throughput.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Identify operational challenges and implement corrective actions to drive improvements.
• Communicate results and priorities to plant leadership and management.
• Collaborate with Scheduling, HR, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering to support goals.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team development

Safety leadership

Education

Associate degree (technical or business)

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business or related

Tools

ERP system experience

Microsoft Office

Production reporting

Job description

Make an Impact with Revolution!

Make an Impact with Revolution! Revolution is seeking a motivated, hands-on Night Shift Production Manager to lead reprocessing operations at our Terre Haute, IN facility. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader to build high-performing teams, develop supervisors, improve production efficiency, and drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing practices.

In this key leadership role, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on plant performance while supporting Revolution's commitment to sustainability. Help turn used plastics into high-quality recycled materials, reduce waste, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

If you're a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about developing people and improving operations, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture by enforcing company policies, safety programs, and 5S workplace initiatives.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to production supervisors and shift teams to ensure efficient, consistent operations.
• Drive plant performance to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency goals.
• Manage staffing, labor resources, and production schedules to meet operational demands and customer requirements.
• Oversee employee performance, training, and development to build a skilled, accountable, and high-performing team.
• Monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes to improve product quality, maximize equipment throughput, and minimize downtime.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.
• Identify operational challenges, implement corrective actions, and drive measurable improvements in production performance.
• Communicate production results, operational priorities, and key challenges effectively to plant leadership and management.
• Collaborate with Scheduling, Human Resources, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering to support production goals and resolve operational issues.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical or business-related field, or equivalent experience required; bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing plant operations experience, preferably in a facility with 70–100 or more employees.
• 5–10 years of operations management experience in plastics extrusion, recycling, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing production supervisors, developing employees, and driving team performance.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment troubleshooting, and production optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S practices, and process improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, production reporting, and business communication; ERP system experience preferred.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

About Revolution

It’s time to redefine possible. At Revolution, we exist to empower businesses and consumers to contribute to a better future through sustainable loop plastic solutions. Our unique, circular approach results in sustainable products and services that effectively meet the needs of businesses today, while helping prepare them for tomorrow. And we’re just getting started. Learn more at revolutioncompany.com