Production Manager

Cellofoam North America Inc.•Greenwood, IN

71d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager and manages production supervisors and daily production activities in a manufacturing environment. The role is responsible for staffing labor, ensuring key performance indicators are identified and met across manufacturing shifts, and maintaining employee safety, product quality, and productivity. The manager oversees the plant’s master production schedule, production reporting, employee development, and adherence to manufacturing policies and procedures. The position supports site leadership and works with other departments to resolve issues, sustain a clean and organized work area, and foster a respectful and positive work atmosphere. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice. The position description is not a contract; employment is at will.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Associate degree or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
At least 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Good communication skills.
Ability to lead, direct, train, and develop employees.
Ability to support and optimize production output and drive continuous improvement.
General knowledge of machinery and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
Ability to use and explain measuring devices such as tape measures, calipers, and weighing scales.
Ability to conduct tests and inspections to evaluate product, service, or process quality or performance.
Ability to troubleshoot operating errors and determine appropriate actions.
Problem-solving ability in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to delegate and manage others’ responsibilities.
Ability to facilitate team building and employee development.
Computer proficiency.
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Excellent time-management skills.
Overtime may be required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read and understand CAD and blueprints.

Responsibilities

Manage production supervisors and daily production activities.
Staff labor and ensure KPIs are identified, met, and recorded for manufacturing shifts.
Ensure safety policies and procedures are in place and followed.
Support site leadership, including assigning job duties.
Ensure products meet company quality specifications and requirements.
Complete daily production reports and required shift paperwork.
Verify that manufacturing production policies and procedures are followed and tracked daily.
Review machine data and KPIs to support optimal efficiency and output.
Support employee development, including new-employee onboarding and performance reviews.
Attend and support daily production meetings.
Manage the plant’s master production schedule, including open-order scheduling and planning.
Ensure the plant and work areas are clean and organized.
Coach, develop, counsel, and discipline employees.
Perform other production duties as requested by a supervisor.
Work with other departments to resolve issues.
Maintain a positive, respectful work atmosphere and use appropriate judgment when communicating plant or employee concerns upward.
Maintain knowledge of and comply with corporate business-conduct standards and federal antitrust laws.
Adhere to the company’s focus areas of Safety, Financial, Customer, and People.