Production Manager

About the position

As the Production Manager, you will be a key member of the Byesville, OH Plant Leadership Team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading specific production teams and lines across this key manufacturing site. You will drive operational improvements, streamline processes, and promote a culture of outstanding teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed downtime reports and develop action plans to improve efficiency
• Supervise Production Supervisors and provide guidance, mentoring, and coaching to direct reports
• Support all shifts as needed and coordinate vacations and time off for direct reports
• Assist in developing short and long-term management goals, annual budgets, and reducing direct labor costs
• Work closely with the Quality, Maintenance, Scheduling, Supply Chain, EHS, and Human Resources teams to optimize performance and meet production goals
• Ensure all production staff are fully trained on equipment and safety procedures
• Develop, communicate, and oversee departmental KPIs
• Drive organizational change and implement lean management programs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, or electrical engineering or equivalent job experience
• At least seven (7) years of production management
• Strong team player and collaborator
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experienced in budget and strategic planning
• Excellent conflict resolution and communication skills
• Ability to drive organizational change and implement lean manufacturing processes
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and high level of integrity