Senior Production Manager - Lean Leadership, 2 Sites

Sora Resource Group; Montello (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sora Resource Group is seeking a Production Manager for an electromechanical contract manufacturer in Wisconsin, overseeing production and maintenance teams at Montello and Wautoma. You will drive schedules, lean initiatives, and cost controls while building a high-performance workforce.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross-site coordination, and continuous improvement, with a focus on quality, safety, and meeting delivery targets in a two-site operation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing with operations leadership experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing techniques such as 5S.
• Experience managing production schedules and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• BS in Operations Management or equivalent encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate production and maintenance teams across two Wisconsin locations (Montello and Wautoma).
• Develop production schedules and monitor performance to meet targets.
• Implement lean practices to reduce costs and errors.
• Foster teamwork and cultivate a strong workforce culture.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Operations management

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Education

BS in Operations Management or equivalent

Tools

SYSPRO

Job description

Sora Resource Group is seeking a Production Manager for an electromechanical contract manufacturer in Wisconsin, overseeing production and maintenance teams at Montello and Wautoma. You will drive schedules, lean initiatives, and cost controls while building a high-performance workforce.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross-site coordination, and continuous improvement, with a focus on quality, safety, and meeting delivery targets in a two-site operation.