Senior Production Manager - Lean Ops & Continuous Improvement

SOPREMA USA; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SOPREMA USA is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role emphasizes 24/7 coverage, cross-functional leadership, and continuous improvement in a high-speed production environment.

The ideal candidate will guide supervisors and operators, manage production plans, and uphold OSHA and company safety standards while optimizing processes and costs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet volume, quality, and cost targets.
• Conduct regular Gemba walks on the production floor to observe operations, reinforce standards, identify risks, and drive corrective actions.
• Monitor and optimize process parameters to ensure stable operations and consistent product quality.
• Analyze machine downtime and scrap trends and address issues through corrective actions.
• Ensure effective shift coverage and coordination across 24/7 production schedules.
• Learn the basic requirements of all production positions to cover any positions when needed.
• Validate manufacturing orders accurately and on time within the ERP system.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production leads and operators.
• Establish clear expectations, performance goals, and accountability.
• Support training, qualification, and cross-training of production personnel.
• Evaluate employee performance and ensure adherence to policies.
• Foster teamwork and continuous improvement mindset within the team.
• Review and approve employee time off and hours.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and maintain safety standards.
• Create, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Execute production plans in alignment with the production schedule to meet customer demand.

Skills

Leadership experience

Lean manufacturing

OSHA knowledge

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Operations

Job description

SOPREMA USA is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role emphasizes 24/7 coverage, cross-functional leadership, and continuous improvement in a high-speed production environment.

The ideal candidate will guide supervisors and operators, manage production plans, and uphold OSHA and company safety standards while optimizing processes and costs.