Production Manager

NPAworldwide; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Life insurance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a Production Manager in Walterboro, SC to lead daily production activities, manage staffing and priorities, and drive continuous improvement in a safe, compliant manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration with Maintenance, Quality, and Logistics.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, plus 3+ years of supervisory experience, with experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, or related field or equivalent leadership experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing or production leadership experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities to ensure schedules are met safely, efficiently, and on time.
• Plan and coordinate staffing, workflow, and production priorities to maximize productivity.
• Monitor key production metrics and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory transactions, and operational documentation.
• Partner with Maintenance and Logistics to maximize equipment uptime and material availability.
• Ensure adequate inventory of production supplies and consumables.
• Ensure all production activities comply with approved batch records, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Monitor production yields and investigate variances.
• Partner with Quality and Operations leadership to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support ISO quality standards and maintain compliance with documentation requirements.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout the facility.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

5S principles

Safety regulations & OSHA

Leadership & communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Job Description

As a Production Manager, you will lead production operations, oversee production personnel, manage production schedules and resources, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure products are manufactured safely, accurately, efficiently, and on time. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account

Shift Information

• Full-time
• Monday Thursday
• 7:00 AM 7:00 PM

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience
• 5+ years of manufacturing or production leadership experience
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Education And Experience

• Experience in the chemical, specialty chemical, coatings, plastics, or related manufacturing industry
• Experience working within an ISO-certified manufacturing environment
• Experience using ERP or manufacturing execution systems
• Lean Six Sigma certification or formal continuous improvement training
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification

General Requirements

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 5S principles
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and OSHA requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to analyze production data and make data-driven decisions

Essential Functions

• Lead daily production activities to ensure production schedules are met safely, efficiently, and on time
• Plan and coordinate staffing, workflow, and production priorities to maximize productivity
• Monitor key production metrics and implement corrective actions to improve performance
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory transactions, and operational documentation
• Partner with Maintenance and Logistics to maximize equipment uptime and material availability
• Ensure adequate inventory of production supplies and consumables
• Ensure all production activities comply with approved batch records, SOPs, and work instructions
• Monitor production yields and investigate variances
• Partner with Quality and Operations leadership to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Support ISO quality standards and maintain compliance with documentation requirements
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout the facility
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and PPE requirements
• Conduct routine safety inspections and address hazards proactively
• Investigate safety incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Lead, coach, develop, and mentor production employees, including full-time and temporary staff
• Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
• Develop cross-training plans to improve workforce flexibility and operational continuity
• Ensure employee training is completed and documented in accordance with ISO requirements
• Utilize visual management tools and production boards to communicate priorities and performance
• Manage departmental budgets and production resources res

Qualifications

• Preferred Education and Experience
• Experience in the chemical, specialty chemical, coatings, plastics, or related manufacturing industry
• Experience working within an ISO-certified manufacturing environment
• Experience using ERP or manufacturing execution systems
• Lean Six Sigma certification or formal continuous improvement training
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
• General Requirements
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 5S principles
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and OSHA requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to analyze production data and make data-driven decisions

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Growth potential