Production Manager: Lead Efficient Manufacturing & Quality

CST Industries, Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CST Industries, Inc. in Kansas seeks a production supervisor to direct daily manufacturing activities and drive KPI achievement.

You will lead hourly associates, coordinate with procurement, maintenance and quality, and implement methods to improve efficiency, safety and product quality in a fast-paced plant. The role requires strong communication, problem solving and a hands-on leadership style. Experience with lean manufacturing and cost control is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required, two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Must interface professionally with others.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates day-to-day production activities in alignment with KPIs.
• Leads hourly associates and ensures safety and productivity targets are met.
• Plans and prioritizes production schedules and coordinates with procurement, maintenance and quality control.
• Reviews production, quality, maintenance and operations data to identify root causes of issues.
• Develops and implements methods to improve operations and product quality.
• Revises production plans due to equipment failures or operational problems.
• Collaborates with engineering on machine and equipment modifications to improve production.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Blueprints

Job description

CST Industries, Inc. in Kansas seeks a production supervisor to direct daily manufacturing activities and drive KPI achievement.

You will lead hourly associates, coordinate with procurement, maintenance and quality, and implement methods to improve efficiency, safety and product quality in a fast-paced plant. The role requires strong communication, problem solving and a hands-on leadership style. Experience with lean manufacturing and cost control is preferred.