Production Unit Manager

Novolex • Temple, TX

12d

About The Position

Position Overview: Novolex is seeking a results-driven Production Unit Manager to oversee assigned department(s). The Production Unit Manager is responsible for leading a large team, ensuring safety and quality standards, and achieving production and cost efficiency goals. This role is ideal for a strong leader with a passion for continuous improvement and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ manufacturing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team-building skills.
• Proven knowledge of statistical methods, process analysis, and continuous improvement techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to assigned departments or production lines to meet daily, weekly, and long-term production goals.
• Oversee and manage a workforce of 150+ employees, including both salaried and hourly staff.
• Plan, schedule, track, and monitor production and operational costs to ensure unit performance aligns with established objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, lead safety programs, resolve safety-related issues, and conduct thorough incident investigations.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain talent; coach team members and administer corrective actions when necessary to maintain a productive workforce.
• Implement and enforce best practices and company policies to maintain operational consistency.
• Compile and maintain timely and accurate reports on key production metrics such as efficiency, downtime, scrap, labor, and cost.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to provide clear updates and feedback.
• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Drive employee engagement through team building and leadership development activities.

Benefits

• With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health.
• Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
• At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important.
• Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs.
• We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
• We offer constant opportunities for advancement.
• From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning.
• Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees