Production Manager

Employbridge; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EmployBridge is seeking a Production Manager in Toledo, Ohio to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and efficiency goals, and champion continuous improvement.

You will lead teams, monitor KPIs, and implement Lean manufacturing initiatives to improve performance and cost controls in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in production or operations management.
• Experience with Lean, 6S, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations and supervise personnel.
• Drive productivity improvements and cost reduction.
• Support production scheduling and optimize workflow.
• Monitor KPIs and production metrics for improvements.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with quality, procedures, and safety.
• Manage performance, attendance, and accountability.
• Support budgeting and cost control.
• Lead Lean, 6S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a results-driven, growth-focused team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Lean Manufacturing

6S

Problem Solving

Quality Focus

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Are you a proven manufacturing leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, building high-performing teams, and delivering results? We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations and ensure production, quality, safety, and efficiency goals are consistently achieved.

In this role, you will provide leadership to production teams, champion continuous improvement initiatives, and help shape a culture focused on accountability, performance, and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations and supervise manufacturing personnel
• Drive productivity improvements, efficiency gains, and cost reduction initiatives
• Support production scheduling and optimize workflow across departments
• Monitor KPIs and production metrics to identify opportunities for improvement
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and implement effective corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and safety requirements
• Manage employee performance, attendance, and accountability
• Support budgeting, cost control, and operational planning efforts
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Foster a positive, results-driven team environment focused on continuous growth

Qualifications

• 15+ years of manufacturing experience
• 5+ years of production, operations, or manufacturing management experience
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of ERP systems and inventory management processes
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational abilities

Preferred Skills

• Production planning and scheduling
• Inventory and supply chain coordination
• Quality management systems
• KPI reporting and performance analysis
• Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Budget management and cost control

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing operation
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Ability to make a direct impact on operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives
• Stable organization with opportunities for growth and advancement

If you're a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.