Production Manager — Lean Leadership, 4-Day Week

ExcelliSearch, Inc.; Montello (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k 50% match up to 6%

Bonus program (avg 15%)

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off (4 day, 10-hour shifts)

Job summary

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to direct and coordinate production and maintenance across the Montello and Wautoma sites. You will drive production performance while upholding quality and cost efficiency for about 100 employees.

This role reports to the president and offers a leadership path beyond standard production management, with lean manufacturing implementation, scheduling oversight, and team development in a collaborative, family-like culture.

Qualifications

• Expertise in manufacturing leadership and operational management.
• 10+ years’ experience in the manufacturing industry, with at least in an operations leadership role.
• Experience with lean manufacturing techniques such as 5S.
• Working knowledge of computer systems for managing production schedules (familiarity with SYSPRO is preferred).
• Must be an effective communicator both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate production and maintenance departments to meet performance targets.
• Manage production schedules, foster teamwork, and implement lean practices to minimize costs and errors.
• Lead and develop a high-performing workforce across Montello and Wautoma sites (approx. 100 employees).
• Influence strategic decisions and drive a culture of engagement and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Operational management

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Production scheduling

Education

BS in Operations Management

Tools

SYSPRO

Job description

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to direct and coordinate production and maintenance across the Montello and Wautoma sites. You will drive production performance while upholding quality and cost efficiency for about 100 employees.

This role reports to the president and offers a leadership path beyond standard production management, with lean manufacturing implementation, scheduling oversight, and team development in a collaborative, family-like culture.