Site Production Manager: Lean Ops, Safety & CI

Kids for the Future; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Production/Site Manager for our Aurora, CO facility. The role oversees safe, efficient, and profitable operations, manages employees, and ensures production targets are met while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year degree and 5–10+ years in manufacturing or production management, with hands-on leadership of teams and strong knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline (preferred).
• 5–10+ years of manufacturing or production management experience.
• Experience leading teams in a production or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of production planning, quality systems, and supply chain operations.
• Experience managing budgets and operational performance.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the production site to achieve productivity, quality, and financial objectives.
• Plan, organize, and monitor production schedules to meet customer requirements and delivery deadlines.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and operational staff.
• Monitor production performance through KPIs and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Manage labor, equipment, and material resources to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Develop and manage site budgets, operating costs, and capital expenditure projects.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained through preventative maintenance programs.
• Work closely with sales, engineering, procurement, logistics, and customer service teams to optimize operations.
• Investigate production issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and oversee material flow throughout the facility.
• Foster a positive workplace culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and employee engagement.
• Recruit, train, and conduct performance evaluations for site personnel.
• Prepare operational reports and present performance updates to senior management.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kids for the Future is seeking a Production/Site Manager for our Aurora, CO facility. The role oversees safe, efficient, and profitable operations, manages employees, and ensures production targets are met while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year degree and 5–10+ years in manufacturing or production management, with hands-on leadership of teams and strong knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.