Production Line Manager
Philip Morris•Owensboro, KY
•Onsite
About The Position
At PMI, we're transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future. Join us in driving operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. This role involves leading safe work practices, ensuring equipment reliability, supporting production goals through waste reduction, and coaching teams to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and engagement. You will supervise and support direct and indirect reports, assist with workforce planning, and collaborate across functions to resolve issues. The goal is to foster a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Manufacturing leadership experience.
- 3-5 years of production floor experience.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, workforce planning, and operational challenges.
- Understanding of quality systems, quality control, and quality assurance practices.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, and related production systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and customer focus.
- Proven ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methods preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead safe work practices, housekeeping standards, and asset care.
- Ensure equipment reliability by identifying and escalating issues promptly.
- Support production goals through waste reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner across shifts to align production priorities and performance goals.
- Use OPEN+ tools to identify root causes, solve problems, and improve results.
- Coach and develop teams to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and engagement.
- Supervise and support direct and indirect reports through effective leadership and accountability.
- Assist with workforce planning, hiring, training, and performance management.
- Collaborate across functions to resolve personnel, quality, safety, and equipment issues.
- Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Wellness programs
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
