Production Manager

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Salina, KS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager is a manager-level role in Valmont’s Coatings Division, based at a galvanizing facility. This hands-on position leads a two- or three-shift operation and oversees safety, production, quality, scheduling, lean implementation and initiatives, and compliance reporting. The manager uses plant resources to meet or exceed safety, quality, and production goals set by the General Manager, and works to deliver quality coated products and on-time service to customers.

The role includes training in industrial troubleshooting, accounting, financial forecasting, human resources, and galvanizing sales and services. The Production Manager plans and develops plant personnel, controls operating expenses, supports continuous improvement, and ensures compliance with company policies and applicable government requirements. The position involves work in both an office and manufacturing shop environment, with approximately 5–10% travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years of relevant experience, an associate degree and 7 or more years of relevant experience, or 9 or more years of relevant experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
• Proven track record applying lean manufacturing principles, including standard work, continuous improvement, problem resolution, and delivery of results that positively affect the organization’s bottom line.
• Ability to travel approximately 5–10%.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds; the most frequent lift is up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to wear required production-facility PPE and work in outdoor weather and indoor conditions that may include cold, heat, dirt, noise, and fumes.
• Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, or Chemistry.
• 5–7 years of supervisory or management experience overseeing employees across multiple functional areas in an industrial environment.
• Previous experience in galvanizing or a coatings company.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations, as well as state and federal labor standards.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to support divisional business objectives.
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally with coworkers.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant resources to meet or exceed safety, quality, and production goals established by the General Manager.
• Oversee production operations at a galvanizing facility.
• Receive training in industrial troubleshooting, accounting, financial forecasting, human resources, and galvanizing sales and services.
• Identify operational best practices and perform lean audits and kaizen events.
• Support positive customer relations by providing quality coated products and on-time delivery.
• Use production and other analytical reports to assess plant performance and inform decisions.
• Review and control operating expenses for raw materials, operating supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain staffing levels through appropriate staffing, training, and development of production employees, supervisors, and technical personnel.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety requirements specified by corporate policy and government regulations.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe working conditions in assigned areas.
• Administer company policies firmly, fairly, and consistently.
• Report and investigate incidents in a timely manner.
• Plan and develop plant personnel to maximize efficiency and use of available resources.
• Select, train, develop, and motivate staff to support current and future safety, production, quality, and service objectives.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, including medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, including maternity leave.
• Work Life Support.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Voluntary programs including tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, and mortgage services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree