Production Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience in a production, operations, or plant management environment.
• At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing and production.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and workforce management.
• Experience leading supervisors and production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with production metrics, KPIs, and performance management systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field; equivalent experience is considered.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement, or similar operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing floor operations and execution of the Dixon Production System (DPS).
• Develop production schedules, assign work, and hold supervisors accountable for safely and efficiently meeting production targets.
• Manage staffing levels, labor allocation, attendance, and workforce performance.
• Maintain production boards and monitor production status, capacity, and order flow.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Maintenance, Engineering, and EHS to support smooth operations and minimize downtime.
• Lead daily tier meetings and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators, including throughput, schedule adherence, labor efficiency, scrap rates, and safety metrics.
• Support employee development through onboarding, training, cross-training, coaching, and performance management.
• Lead problem-solving efforts and implement corrective actions to remove operational bottlenecks.
• Participate in recruiting, employee relations, and succession planning efforts.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for employees and their families
• Dental insurance for employees and their families
• Vision insurance for employees and their families
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Gym reimbursements