Production Manager
IPEX Group•Kingman, AZ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Production Manager will lead all aspects of production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing performance. They will collaborate closely with Maintenance, Quality, Health & Safety, and other cross-functional teams to meet production objectives while supporting the growth and development of their team.
Requirements
- Completion of college and/or university in engineering or manufacturing or equivalent experience
- 5 years of progressive production leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated ability to manage priorities and deliver results
- Proven experience leading teams, developing talent, managing employee relations, and influencing organizational performance
- Solid understanding of continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes, quality systems, performance management, and resource allocation
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, etc.) and good general computer skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, problem solving and decision-making abilities
Nice To Haves
- Six Sigma experience is considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Lead daily production operations to safely deliver customer requirements while optimizing productivity, quality, inventory levels, labor utilization, and manufacturing costs.
- Drive operational excellence through production planning, performance monitoring, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
- Analyze production metrics, downtime, and operational results to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards, company policies, and environmental, health, and safety requirements, while championing a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the management of raw materials, packaging materials, regrind, and non-hazardous waste in accordance with facility procedures.
- Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors and plant employees through performance management, training, succession planning, talent development, and recruitment activities.
- Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, HSE, and other cross-functional teams to achieve production objectives and improve operational performance.
- Lead and sustain initiatives such as Lean manufacturing practices and 5S programs to maintain an organized, efficient, and high-performing workplace.
- Manage departmental budgets and expenditures and provide operational reporting to support business decisions.
Benefits
- Accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
