Production Manager: Lean Ops Leader & Team Builder

Redwood Materials Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Materials in South Carolina is hiring a Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations at MSC. You will manage the production line, drive efficiency, maintain safety and quality standards, and lead a team of production supervisors and operators to achieve targets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years manufacturing experience, 2+ years in supervision, and proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or production.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• Working knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma.
• Ability to interpret operational, technical, and financial data to identify trends and support decisions.
• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own shift-level production performance across all manufacturing lines, driving output safely and efficiently.
• Lead and develop a team of production supervisors and frontline operators.
• Translate production schedules and material plans into clear daily execution.
• Tackle ambiguous problems, make decisions with incomplete information.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, safety, and supply chain to resolve constraints.
• Drive continuous improvement across people, processes, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Communication

Time management

Shift scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Redwood Materials in South Carolina is hiring a Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations at MSC. You will manage the production line, drive efficiency, maintain safety and quality standards, and lead a team of production supervisors and operators to achieve targets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years manufacturing experience, 2+ years in supervision, and proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma.