Excellerate Production Manager

Faith Technologies•Pittsboro, IN

33d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Production Manager who’s ready to take the floor—literally—and drive real results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Production Manager is dynamic and results-driven and will be responsible for leading day-to-day operations in our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for overseeing production teams, driving operational excellence, and ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a deep commitment to Lean principles and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management or a related field.
5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including 3+ years as a Production or Operations Manager, with a proven track record of implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing principles.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with the ability to lead through influence, set clear expectations, and hold teams accountable.
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and quality systems.
Demonstrated success in identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing safer, more efficient practices across operations.
Experienced in managing, mentoring, and developing teams, with the ability to inspire performance and drive results.
Familiar with the Choosing By Advantages (CBA) decision-making methodology and experienced with ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage daily operations of production lines to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality output
Drive adherence to production schedules and coordinate with planning and materials teams to ensure on-time delivery
Foster a people-first culture that emphasizes team engagement, development, and accountability
Help us get better every day by implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing practices, including visual management, 5S, standard work, and problem solving
Monitor KPIs and take proactive action to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency
Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and quality requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Materials, and Engineering to resolve production issues and support strategic initiatives
Lead and facilitate Tier meetings to support communication and alignment across shifts and teams
Support implementation of new products, processes, or equipment
Coach and mentor frontline leaders and team members, supporting career growth and performance
Champion our Key Behaviors: People First, We Work Together, and We Learn and Grow.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.