Senior Production Manager

The Judge Group, INC.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group, INC. in Reading, PA is seeking a Senior Production Manager to lead a high-volume manufacturing operation. This role manages multi-shift production, driving safety, quality, delivery and cost while mentoring a team of supervisors and operators to achieve business goals.

You will champion Lean continuous improvement, apply daily management practices, and foster a strong safety culture. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to align execution with strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline
• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including Lean environments
• Strong problem-solving mindset with structured methodologies (e.g., PDCA)

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-shift production operations in a high-volume, custom manufacturing setting
• Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics
• Lead continuous improvement using Lean methodologies and daily management practices
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to operational standards
• Utilize floor-level observation (Gemba) to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions
• Coach and develop supervisors, team leads, and operators across shifts
• Align plant execution with broader business objectives and improvement roadmaps
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction

Skills

Lean leadership

Leadership

Problem solving

PDCA

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

The Judge Group is seeking a Senior Production Manager for a manufacturing company located in the Reading, PA area. Salary: $150,000 - $170,000.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-shift production operations in a high-volume, custom manufacturing setting
• Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics
• Lead continuous improvement efforts using Lean methodologies and daily management practices
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to operational standards
• Utilize floor-level observation (Gemba) to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions
• Coach and develop supervisors, team leads, and operators across shifts
• Align plant execution with broader business objectives and improvement roadmaps
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline
• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including Lean environments
• Proven success implementing safety programs and process improvements
• Strong problem-solving mindset with experience using structured methodologies (e.g., PDCA)
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills