Production Manager

Greenheck Group; Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 144,837; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Greenheck Group in Tulsa, Oklahoma is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations and enhance productivity in manufacturing. This role includes supervising employees, planning production goals, and coordinating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and a degree in a related field.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $114,000 to $144,837, plus a comprehensive benefits package focused on health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 6-8 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Training in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production employees and oversee manufacturing support roles.
• Plan and monitor production goals.
• Coordinate with internal departments affecting production.
• Lead continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain proper inventory management.

Skills

Manufacturing environment experience

Supervisory or managerial experience

Continuous improvement training

Lean manufacturing principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations management, engineering, business administration or related field

Job description

Role Summary

As the Production Manager at Greenheck Group, you will provide daily direction and leadership to maximize productivity through effective staffing, equipment, materials, and capital utilization. You will support business unit objectives, communicate with stakeholders, and contribute to sales & operations planning for the production area.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise hourly production employees and those in supervisory or manufacturing support roles.
• Plan, monitor, execute, and communicate daily, monthly, and annual production goals.
• Assist in the sales and operations planning to meet financial targets and customer‑service objectives for a rolling 12‑month horizon.
• Coordinate activities with internal departments that impact production (scheduling, engineering, shipping, inventory control, sales, purchasing, etc.).
• Monitor daily variance to plan and implement capacity adjustments—including overtime, flex labor, and capital investment—to execute the S&O plan.
• Lead value streams and production areas, identifying and executing continuous‑improvement projects that meet productivity goals and maximize efficiency.
• Work with Material Specialists to define procedures that ensure proper inventory management.
• Ensure proper maintenance and optimal performance of production machinery and equipment.
• Maintain work areas to meet or exceed company 5S and safety standards.
• Participate in root‑cause analysis of safety incidents to prevent recurrence.
• Lead continuous‑improvement activities that enhance key performance indicators, safety culture, and team‑member relations.
• Participate in and lead activities related to the 5S and Safety teams when necessary.
• Improve productivity and efficiencies through effective team‑member engagement, labor planning, lean manufacturing principles, and materials planning.
• Develop cross‑training plans and encourage continued development of team members.
• Meet or exceed customer‑service expectations, including quality and on‑time shipping.
• Maintain knowledge of current labor agreements, regional labor policies, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in labor‑agreement negotiations, where applicable.
• Provide input to manufacturing‑engineering functions to improve productivity through plant layout, process flow, routings/labor standards, work methods, capital equipment, and quality levels.
• Provide guidance and support for corporate maintenance initiatives.
• Represent manufacturing to outside visitors, such as company tours, applicants in the interview process, and vendors/suppliers as needed.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 6-8 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• 4‑year bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations management, engineering, business administration, management, or a related field—or equivalent years of job experience.
• Training in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.

Compensation & Benefits

Greenheck Group offers competitive total compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The base salary for this position ranges from $114,000 to $144,837, with variable compensation based on performance metrics. Benefits include health, family support, financial security, learning and development, rewards and recognition, wellbeing & mental health, work‑life balance, and more.

Physical Requirements

• Work performed in an office environment and requires using standard office equipment (computer, phone).
• Sedentary work with occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.
• Repetitive motion and substantial wrist, hand, and finger movements.
• Close visual acuity for data preparation, analysis, transcribing, and computer terminal viewing.
• Occasional mobility required for in‑person meetings and office tasks.
• Work may be performed on site, at home, or in a hybrid setting.

EEO Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Special Notation

The preceding statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people in this position. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills. The Employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.