Production Manager – Iron Casting & Continuous Improvement

Charter Casting; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching and PROF

Profit sharing

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing's Charter Dura-Bar unit is seeking a Production Manager to lead iron casting operations across multiple shifts, directing melting, casting, and the laboratory. You will be a leader of leaders, coaching several supervisor-level teams toward safe, high-quality production.

You will drive continuous improvement to boost productivity, reduce costs and downtime, and ensure compliance with ISO/Quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (engineering or related field).
• 7+ years in a heavy manufacturing environment with supervisory/leadership experience.
• Proven ability in planning, delegation, problem solving, and decision making.
• Experience with cost reduction through process improvements and CI methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple shifts overseeing melting, casting, and laboratory operations.
• Coach and influence supervisor-level teams toward safe, high-quality production.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost productivity and reduce costs, waste, and downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality teams to meet ISO/Quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Operations management

Problem solving

Continuous Improvement

Cost reduction

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Charter Manufacturing's Charter Dura-Bar unit is seeking a Production Manager to lead iron casting operations across multiple shifts, directing melting, casting, and the laboratory. You will be a leader of leaders, coaching several supervisor-level teams toward safe, high-quality production.

You will drive continuous improvement to boost productivity, reduce costs and downtime, and ensure compliance with ISO/Quality standards.