Production Manager: Safety, Quality & Efficiency Leader

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC Career Center; Menifee (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC is seeking a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, and cost-efficiency. You will oversee materials, supervise shipping, manage headcount across lines, and drive improvements in productivity.

The role requires experience in manufacturing, strong leadership, and ability to coordinate with vendors and internal teams. Bachelor's preferred; high school diploma required; proficiency with Microsoft Office is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate within a team environment.
• Experience in manufacturing production and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across various organizational levels and functions.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing operations and supervise shipping processes.
• Plan and allocate headcount across multiple production lines based on demand.
• Develop a TPM program and manage its budget.
• Supervise outbound product practices and ensure quality inspections.
• Coordinate with vendors for procurement of production supplies.
• Maintain understanding of all manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Plan and execute full physical inventory activities and manage variances.
• Coordinate trucking logistics through carriers, company trucks, or customer plant pickup.
• Assist in hiring, screening applications, and conducting interviews.
• Manage workforce productivity to maximize efficiency.
• Potentially lead plant production leads or staff.

Skills

Leadership

EH&S programs

Employee training

Budget management

Vendor collaboration

Inventory planning

Production management

Team motivation

Communication across levels

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma or GED required

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC is seeking a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, and cost-efficiency. You will oversee materials, supervise shipping, manage headcount across lines, and drive improvements in productivity.

The role requires experience in manufacturing, strong leadership, and ability to coordinate with vendors and internal teams. Bachelor's preferred; high school diploma required; proficiency with Microsoft Office is expected.