Production Manager: Plastics Manufacturing & Lean Ops

The Judge Group; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking an experienced Production Manager in Tamaqua, PA to oversee daily manufacturing operations, optimize workflow, and maintain product quality in a plastics environment (e.g., blow molding, extrusion, assembly). The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of leadership, strong knowledge of OEE and safety standards, and a hands-on approach to Lean improvements.

Jointly with the plant team, you will drive efficiency, manage shift supervisors, and coordinate maintenance and materials

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive production leadership in plastics or high-volume consumer products.
• Strong knowledge of production metrics (OEE, cycle times, scrap rates) and plant safety.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but equivalent professional experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and evaluate daily shop-floor production activities to hit yield, throughput, and efficiency targets.
• Identify bottlenecks, minimize downtime, and implement continuous improvement strategies (Lean, 5S, Six Sigma).
• Oversee quality assurance checks, ensure OSHA safety compliance, and maintain product specifications.
• Manage shift supervisors and shop-floor personnel; foster collaboration, scheduling, and staff training.
• Coordinate material usage with supply chain and maintenance scheduling.

Skills

Industry experience

Technical knowledge

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking an experienced Production Manager in Tamaqua, PA to oversee daily manufacturing operations, optimize workflow, and maintain product quality in a plastics environment (e.g., blow molding, extrusion, assembly). The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of leadership, strong knowledge of OEE and safety standards, and a hands-on approach to Lean improvements.

Jointly with the plant team, you will drive efficiency, manage shift supervisors, and coordinate maintenance and materials