Production Manager Preacst

STONE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

STONE is seeking a Production Manager for our cast stone manufacturing operations in Chicago. You will lead and scale production, drive efficiency, and uphold luxury craftsmanship across the floor from mold to finished product.

This role requires hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing, construction, or stone production.
• Proven experience scaling production teams and operations.
• Strong understanding of concrete, precast, cast stone, or related materials.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the full production cycle from mold to finished product.
• Build and maintain production schedules aligned with sales and delivery timelines.
• Drive efficiency, throughput, and on-time delivery.
• Establish and enforce production systems, processes, and accountability.

Skills

5+ years experience in manufacturing

Proven experience managing production

Strong understanding of concrete/cast/

Tools

ERP systems

Mold making

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

PRODUCTION MANAGER – CAST STONE MANUFACTURING

WHO WE ARE We are a nationally recognized luxury stone design and manufacturing company featured in Luxe, Architectural Digest, and Traditional Home. We collaborate with top-tier architects, designers, and builders to produce high-end fireplace mantels, bathtubs, sinks, and custom architectural elements.

Our work demands precision, consistency, and a commitment to craftsmanship at the highest level.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and scale our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for driving efficiency, enforcing quality standards, and building a high-performance production team.

This is not a supervisory-only role. We are looking for a leader who understands production deeply and can operate at both a strategic and hands‑on level.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations Leadership

• Own and manage the full production cycle from mold to finished product
• Build and maintain production schedules aligned with sales and delivery timelines
• Drive operational efficiency, throughput, and on‑time delivery
• Establish and enforce systems, processes, and accountability across the floor

Team Development

• Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing production team
• Set clear expectations, KPIs, and performance standards
• Hold team members accountable while developing skillsets and craftsmanship
• Create a disciplined, professional, and team-oriented culture

Quality Control

• Enforce strict quality standards consistent with a luxury product
• Implement and refine quality control systems across all stages of production
• Ensure consistency in finish, structure, and overall product integrity
• Take ownership of final product quality before shipment

Production Execution (Hands-On)

• Step into production when needed to support output and solve problems
• Oversee and understand all aspects of: Casting and mold use; Assembly and finishing; Sanding and patching; Crating, packaging, and shipping logistics

Inventory & Efficiency

• Manage material usage, reduce waste, and improve cost efficiency
• Oversee inventory levels and ordering of raw materials
• Continuously improve workflow, layout, and production systems

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• 5+ years experience in manufacturing, construction, or stone-related production
• Proven experience managing and scaling a production team
• Strong understanding of concrete, precast, cast stone, or similar materials
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and increase efficiency
• Highly organized with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Physically capable of working in a hands‑on production setting when needed

Preferred

• Experience in cast stone or precast concrete manufacturing
• Background in high-end or custom fabrication environments
• Experience with mold making, CNC foam cutting, or architectural products
• Familiarity with production tracking, scheduling systems, or ERP tools