Production Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials NA•Kennesaw, GA

1d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager is responsible for leading all manufacturing operations at the Kennesaw Plant to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role drives operational excellence through disciplined execution, workforce development, and continuous improvement, while meeting customer delivery requirements and financial performance targets. The Production Manager will oversee daily production activities, implement standardized processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to support growth in fabrication, assembly, and value-added services aligned with the electrical equipment industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field preferred
7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including leadership roles
Experience in metal fabrication, electrical components, or similar industrial environments strongly preferred
Proven experience in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Strong understanding of production planning, capacity management, and shop floor execution
Experience with ERP systems and production control systems
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
Results-driven with a focus on operational discipline and execution
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective communication skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, customer-driven manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with busbar manufacturing, copper/aluminum processing, or electrical equipment components
Exposure to APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and control plans
Multi-site or international manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

Lead all day-to-day production activities across fabrication, forming, assembly, and kitting operations
Ensure production schedules are executed to meet on-time delivery and customer requirements
Drive adherence to standard work, routings, and manufacturing instructions
Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs): safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost
Champion a safety-first culture aligned with company policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., STPS, OSHA-equivalent standards)
Ensure all production activities comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations
Partner with EHS leadership to implement audits, corrective actions, and continuous safety improvements
Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) standards and production control plans
Support APQP/PPAP processes, including production readiness and validation builds
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues (internal and customer-related)
Maintain strict adherence to PFMEA and control plan requirements
Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives including cellular manufacturing, flow optimization, and waste reduction
Improve time-on-task, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Implement structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, Kaizen, Six Sigma tools)
Partner with engineering to enhance manufacturability and reduce cycle times
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams to build a high-performance culture
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across all shifts
Drive training programs to ensure workforce capability and flexibility
Foster strong employee engagement and communication across the facility
Collaborate with supply chain, planning, and procurement to ensure material availability
Align staffing levels with production demand and capacity requirements
Support capital planning and equipment investments to enhance production capabilities
Manage labor efficiency and control operational costs
Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to support new product introduction (NPI)
Ensure readiness for new programs including tooling, staffing, and process validation
Support customer visits, audits, and technical discussions as required