Production Manager

Tenneco•Seward, NE

44d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Production Manager leads manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and engagement objectives. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence through strong leadership, disciplined execution of standard work, and accountability to key performance indicators (KPIs). At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
5+ years of experience leading production teams and managing KPIs preferred.
Strong background in automotive manufacturing environments preferred.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, quality systems, TPM, and Lean principles.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel preferred).
Ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time execution of production plans.
Drive performance against KPIs including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Productivity, and Engagement.
Ensure customer requirements are consistently met for output, quality, and delivery.
Manage and control operational costs including scrap, overtime, and MRO.
Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards and procedures.
Drive execution of TPM, Standard Work, and 5S to maintain operational discipline.
Lead structured problem-solving (8D, A3, DMAIC) to resolve internal and customer issues.
Ensure timely completion of corrective actions from audits, Gemba walks, and quality findings.
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, team leads, and production teams.
Ensure training plans and skill matrices support operational requirements.
Drive accountability through leader standard work and daily management routines.
Foster a high-performance, accountable team environment.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste and improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.