Production Manager III — Lean Operations & Safety Lead

Hader Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hader Solutions is seeking a Production Manager III to oversee daily manufacturing operations at an activated carbon facility in Columbus, Ohio. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with a focus on developing frontline leaders in a mission-driven environment.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage schedules and resources, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to optimize processes and support capital projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in production management in manufacturing.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and process improvement.
• Strong safety and regulatory compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production schedules, resources, and teams to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement using lean tools and performance analysis.
• Resolve production issues promptly.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality to optimize processes.
• Develop frontline leaders in a safety-focused environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Manufacturing ops

Regulatory compliance

Performance analysis

Education

Tools

Lean tools

Performance metrics

Process optimization

Job description

Hader Solutions is seeking a Production Manager III to oversee daily manufacturing operations at an activated carbon facility in Columbus, Ohio. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with a focus on developing frontline leaders in a mission-driven environment.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage schedules and resources, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to optimize processes and support capital projects.