Production Manager: Lean Manufacturing for Sustainability

Revolution; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolution in Little Rock is seeking a Production Manager to lead operations at our local facility. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can motivate teams, develop supervisors, and drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence.

This role focuses on safety, quality, and productivity while managing labor, scheduling, and training. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Scheduling, HR, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering to meet customer needs

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in a Technical or Business discipline is required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 5+ years plant operations experience in a small to medium facility.
• 5-10 years operations management experience in a small to medium plastic extrusion facility or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, intellectual curiosity, and organizational skills.
• Proven leader with experience managing supervisors; Strong writing, computer and presentation skills.
• Proven track record of continuous improvement and lean methodology.
• Experience with ERP systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide Support and Leadership in the promotion, implementation, and improvement of all Safety policies, programs, and 5s initiatives to ensure the Health and Safety of all employees.
• Demonstrate leadership to the production supervisors and ensure that all Shift and Line teams are operating efficiently and cohesively.
• Ensure that the plant meets or exceeds key operating goals, i.e., safety, quality, and productivity.
• Effectively manages labor and schedules to match production goals and customer service requirements.
• Evaluate performance and oversee training and development for production employees.
• Responsible for setting, monitoring, and troubleshooting process conditions to maximize product quality and machine throughput.
• Engage employees and sponsor Lean Manufacturing practices focused on continuous improvement of operations and manufacturing standards.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of management on key issues.
• Interact daily with cross-functional support groups (Scheduling, Human Resources, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering).

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Training & development

Education

Associate's degree in technical or business

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Revolution in Little Rock is seeking a Production Manager to lead operations at our local facility. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can motivate teams, develop supervisors, and drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence.

This role focuses on safety, quality, and productivity while managing labor, scheduling, and training. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Scheduling, HR, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering to meet customer needs