Production Manager

Lakeside Manufacturing, Inc•Milwaukee, WI

68d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeside Manufacturing is a trusted manufacturer of high-quality stainless steel equipment used in healthcare, foodservice, and industrial environments. We are committed to craftsmanship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a Production Manager to lead our custom assembly and welding teams. This role focuses heavily on maximizing production efficiency and managing capacity while maintaining high quality and on-time delivery.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
Manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with Netsuite preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and mentor production personnel in custom assembly and welding
Drive improvements in production efficiency and capacity utilization
Monitor and manage labor efficiency and cost of labor
Identify and address capacity constraints and lead-time risks
Ensure production schedules support on-time shipping goals
Track and manage operational metrics including: Rework, Unapplied time, Training, Dollars per production hour, Absorption ratios
Maintain inventory accuracy and minimize material waste
Ensure product quality through inspections, tooling maintenance, and investigation of returns or warranty concerns
Develop team members through training and cross-training opportunities
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and productivity
Ensure ISO compliance within production processes
Support ongoing manufacturing education, industry learning, and best practices