Production Manager

W3Global; Woods Cross (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global in Utah is seeking a Production Manager for corrugated manufacturing. You will lead daily production operations, plan staffing and schedules, and coach supervisors to achieve delivery commitments.

The role emphasizes maintaining quality, inventory accuracy, and safety while managing labor costs and budgeting. Collaboration with sales and purchasing is essential to meet customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of corrugated manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of production planning, inventory management, quality control, and workplace safety.
• Ability to use operational data to identify problems, improve workflows, and control costs.
• Clear communication and sound judgment when resolving day-to-day operational issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations, including kitting, fulfillment, corrugated, and foam activities.
• Plan staffing, schedules, and workflows to meet customer demand and delivery commitments.
• Coach and develop supervisors and team members; set clear expectations and provide regular feedback.
• Monitor production output, quality, inventory accuracy, and other key performance measures.
• Identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve processes, equipment use, and warehouse space.
• Maintain strong quality control, cycle count, and inventory practices.
• Promote a safe workplace through training, equipment checks, preventive maintenance, and compliance with applicable safety requirements.
• Manage labor and operating costs and contribute to budgeting and resource planning.
• Partner with Sales, Sales Support, Purchasing, and other teams to resolve issues and meet customer expectations.
• Support company initiatives and communicate operational priorities and results to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Problem solving

Data-driven decisions

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Job Description

As a Production Manager - (Corrugated Manufacturing)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations, including kitting, fulfillment, corrugated, and foam activities.


• Plan staffing, schedules, and workflows to meet customer demand and delivery commitments.


• Coach and develop supervisors and team members; set clear expectations and provide regular feedback.


• Monitor production output, quality, inventory accuracy, and other key performance measures.


• Identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve processes, equipment use, and warehouse space.


• Maintain strong quality control, cycle count, and inventory practices.


• Promote a safe workplace through training, equipment checks, preventive maintenance, and compliance with applicable safety requirements.


• Manage labor and operating costs and contribute to budgeting and resource planning.


• Partner with Sales, Sales Support, Purchasing, and other teams to resolve issues and meet customer expectations.


• Support company initiatives and communicate operational priorities and results to leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of corrugated manufacturing experience.


• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Knowledge of production planning, inventory management, quality control, and workplace safety.


• Ability to use operational data to identify problems, improve workflows, and control costs.


• Clear communication and sound judgment when resolving day-to-day operational issues.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with warehouse management systems is a plus.


• Experience with packaging, corrugated, foam, kitting, or fulfillment operations.

Competencies

• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with the ability to listen to and understand your team's needs before making decisions.


• Detail-Oriented: Focused on thoroughness and high standards in all tasks, consistently looking for ways to improve processes and performance.


• Customer-Focused: Passionate about providing excellent customer service and able to motivate your team to maintain a customer-first mindset.