Production Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Waynesboro (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting is seeking a Production Manager for Agriculture Chemicals in a manufacturing facility in Mississippi. You will oversee multiple shifts, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and coach supervisors to build strong teams.

You will analyze processes, implement improvements, manage production schedules, and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations to meet performance goals across all shifts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership in heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Experience leading production teams and managing shift operations.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety practices, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support production teams across multiple shifts.
• Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and operational targets are achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Production management

Safety culture

Process optimization

Team development

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management/Engineering or related field

Job description

Production Manager Agriculture Chemicals - Manufacturing

Salary Range: $100K-135K

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations and lead multiple production shifts in a fast‑paced industrial environment. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations while consistently meeting production, quality, and performance goals.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who thrives on developing teams, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. You will play a key role in coaching supervisors, optimizing production performance, identifying process improvements, and ensuring a strong culture of safety and accountability throughout the facility.

What You’ll Do

Operations Leadership

• Lead and support production teams across multiple shifts
• Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and operational targets are achieved
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and productivity
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and maintain a strong safety‑first culture
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations

Team Development

• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for Shift Supervisors and production personnel
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Process Optimization

• Analyze production and quality data to improve operational performance
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues in partnership with maintenance and engineering teams
• Support process optimization initiatives that improve safety, quality, and productivity

Qualifications Required Experience

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
• Experience leading production teams and managing shift operations
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety practices, and operational excellence
• Preferred: Experience with process manufacturing, chemical manufacturing, or industrial production environments
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field

What Success Looks Like

• Safe and compliant operations across all shifts
• Consistent achievement of production and quality goals
• Improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime
• Strong employee engagement and team performance
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments