Production Manager

Techo-Bloc•Pen Argyl, PA

22d

About The Position

The Production Manager is responsible for daily management of the workforce, productivity, cost control, continuous process improvement, health and safety, and employee training. The role supports the business plan and achievement of OEE KPIs, contributes to annual budgets and capital improvement projects, and oversees a multiple-shift production facility. The manager leads production operators and collaborates with Logistics, Yard, Production Planning, QA, HR, and Finance to meet or exceed company financial targets. The position emphasizes safety leadership, production planning, staffing, day-to-day manufacturing operations, KPI tracking, equipment reliability, product quality, and continuous improvement. The manager troubleshoots operational, manufacturing, maintenance, and equipment issues; maintains production records; supports capital projects and preventive maintenance; and develops and implements standard operating procedures and improvement programs such as 5S and Kanban. The role also recruits, trains, develops, and motivates employees, supports succession planning, and promotes employee retention and autonomous work. This is a Monday–Friday, full-time day-shift role with 10-hour days (50 hours per week) and on-call support for a three-shift production operation. The position may require flexible manufacturing schedules, including nights and weekends, when needed. The manager is expected to spend approximately 80% of their time on the shop floor. Compensation is $120,000 per year plus an annual bonus, paid weekly.

Requirements

5–7+ years of work experience in a production or operations management position.
Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated experience with automated equipment and precision alignment of drive trains, conveyors, and machine frames.
Strong hydraulics, compressor, and pneumatics aptitude, including ability to identify root causes and troubleshoot system issues.
Ability to test electrical systems and circuit continuity, including electrical wiring, encoders, controllers, Profit-Bus, servo motors and drives, and Siemens PLCs or similar systems.
Basic knowledge of PLC logic and programmable controls, with strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to operate equipment and a proven track record of training and instructing people with little to no skills.
Excellent and proven people leadership and culture-change management skills.
Ability to quickly establish credibility and develop and sustain strong internal and external business relationships.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office tools, ERP systems, Siemens S7, and strong Excel skills.
Strong track record of planning, organizing, implementing, and inspiring adoption of programs and processes.
Dedication to proactive thinking, collaboration, and communication.
Willingness to work flexible manufacturing schedules, including nights and weekends, when business needs demand.
Ability to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds; closely inspect and continually monitor machines; move throughout the facility; and occasionally climb steps or ladders and position in tight spaces.
Loyalty, honesty, humility, transparency, a strong work ethic, high quality standards, and a customer-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

Experience with concrete paver stamping equipment or in the concrete paver industry.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Business Management, or a related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

Directly lead and manage production operators and collaborate with Logistics, Yard, Production Planning, QA, HR, and Finance.
Promote safe workplace behaviors, sustain a safe work environment, ensure compliance with OSHA programs, and co-lead the Safety Committee program.
Oversee production planning, staffing, and daily manufacturing operations in a cost-effective manner, and accurately track and record KPIs.
Troubleshoot and resolve operational, manufacturing, maintenance, and equipment problems to minimize costs and prevent delays.
Prepare and maintain production records using systems such as Microsoft D365.
Manage operations across multiple shifts and ensure equipment functions properly; identify and resolve potential problems.
Ensure product quality standards through inspections and material testing procedures.
Assist with capital improvement projects, including design, engineering, scheduling, purchasing, budgeting, installation, and preventive maintenance programs.
Learn to operate plant machines and troubleshoot equipment, including PLCs.
Create and drive implementation of standard operating procedures and ensure compliance and adoption.
Continuously improve production methods and equipment performance using programs such as 5S and Kanban.
Analyze production reports to identify improvements, reduce losses and breakdowns, and improve efficiency and product quality.
Support a three-shift production operation and provide on-call support.
Lead people effectively, communicate and apply company policies and procedures, and promote positive workplace culture.
Recruit, review, and hire production team members as needed.
Motivate employees, lead by example, encourage autonomous work, and empower employees.
Develop and deliver employee training and development plans to support succession planning and retention.
Spend approximately 80% of working time on the shop floor.