Production Manager - Industrial - Salem, MA

Michael Page; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI seeks an experienced Production Manager to lead a high-precision CNC machining facility in Massachusetts, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity.

The role involves developing teams, driving Lean initiatives, and collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Maintenance to elevate manufacturing performance and achieve targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading production operations in CNC machining or precision manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and root cause analysis.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production KPIs.
• Demonstrated success in improving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity targets.
• Manage schedules, labor utilization, and throughput across multiple work centers.
• Drive Lean initiatives and continuous improvement projects across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Production planning

KPIs & data-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily operations within a high-precision CNC machining environment, ensuring excellence across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. This individual will play a key leadership role in developing teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting long-term operational growth.

Our client is a well-established manufacturer specializing in highly engineered, precision-machined components supplied to demanding industrial and technology-driven markets. The organisation has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and technical expertise, serving customers that require exceptional precision and reliability.

With a significant investment in advanced CNC machining technologies and operational excellence, the company fosters a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement. Employees are empowered to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and make a meaningful impact on business performance.

Description

The Production Manager will oversee day-to-day production activities across a precision CNC machining facility. The role is responsible for achieving operational targets related to safety, quality, delivery, efficiency, and profitability while leading a team of machinists, operators, and production support personnel.

Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Maintenance, the successful candidate will drive process improvements, workforce development initiatives, and overall manufacturing performance.

• Lead and optimize daily production operations to meet customer and business objectives.
• Manage production schedules, labor utilization, and manufacturing throughput.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop, coach, and mentor production teams while building a culture of accountability.
• Monitor KPIs including productivity, schedule attainment, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Profile

The ideal candidate is a proven manufacturing leader with extensive experience managing production operations in a CNC machining or precision manufacturing environment. They will possess strong leadership capabilities, a data-driven mindset, and a track record of improving operational performance through Lean methodologies and employee engagement.

• 10+ years of experience within CNC machining or precision manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading manufacturing teams or multiple production work centers.
• Demonstrated success improving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity metrics.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, production planning, and manufacturing KPIs.

Job Offer

This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished manufacturing professional to join a respected precision engineering business in a highly visible leadership role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence operational strategy, develop high-performing teams, and drive meaningful improvements across a growing manufacturing operation.

• Strategic leadership role with significant operational impact.
• Opportunity to lead continuous improvement and workforce development initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth potential.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.