Production Manager - First Shift

Schneider Electric•Buffalo, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us as a Production Manager - First Shift and take the lead on production execution, quality, and safety. You'll coordinate resources, drive performance improvements, and partner across teams to deliver consistent results in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This position is located in Lancaster, NY.

Requirements

Proven leadership ability to guide teams through daily operations and non-routine challenges
Proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues and escalates with clarity and urgency
Strong communicator who builds trust and alignment across shifts and departments
Comfortable making independent tactical decisions within established policies and budgets

Nice To Haves

Change Management — advanced level; leading teams through process transitions and operational improvements
Customer Orientation — advanced level; aligning production priorities with internal and external customer needs
Drives for Results — advanced level; setting clear goals and removing blockers to achieve operational targets
Influencing Skills — advanced level; building alignment across functions to execute production plans
Continuous Improvement — intermediate level; identifying and implementing actions that optimize costs and efficiency
Lean Methodology — intermediate level; applying lean tools to reduce waste and improve workflow
Manufacturing Operational Performance — intermediate level; monitoring KPIs and driving corrective actions
Operational Health and Safety Management — intermediate level; ensuring compliance and fostering a safe work environment

Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations and ensure consistent execution of standards across all shifts
Coordinate production planning, prioritize workflows, and allocate people and equipment to meet targets
Monitor KPIs, address quality and safety deviations, and resolve blockers through structured escalation
Collaborate with maintenance, supply chain, and quality teams to stabilize performance and implement improvement initiatives