Production Manager: Converting & Coating Ops Lead

IPG; Marysville (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG in Michigan is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations in the Converting, Adhesive, and Coating Department. You will guide supervisors and production teams to meet safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement goals.

You will develop manufacturing plans, monitor performance metrics, and drive labor and capital resource optimization while collaborating with site leadership and internal partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Engineering, Business Administration, or technical field
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience in manufacturing
• Strong computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, web-based tools)
• Experience managing manufacturing projects and continuous improvement (Lean Six Sigma, IPS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to set direction and priorities

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Converting Department supervisors and production teams.
• Develop, prioritize, and execute manufacturing plans to hit service, quality, efficiency, and waste-reduction goals.
• Implement and sustain IPS performance metrics and site certification objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with a focus on safety and quality systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based platforms

Job description

IPG in Michigan is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations in the Converting, Adhesive, and Coating Department. You will guide supervisors and production teams to meet safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement goals.

You will develop manufacturing plans, monitor performance metrics, and drive labor and capital resource optimization while collaborating with site leadership and internal partners.