Production Manager

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$80,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

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We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing team and oversee injection molding operations. This hands-on role is responsible for safety, quality, production efficiency, and team leadership
, ensuring all production processes meet or exceed standards. The ideal candidate is experienced in manufacturing supervision, injection molding, and continuous improvement practices
.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of production supervisors, leads, and process techs
• Ensure the safety of all employees by actively engaging in safety programs and enforcing safe work practices
• Investigate line/equipment stoppages, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Drive operational KPIs including safety, quality, OEE, labor efficiency, scrap, and housekeeping
• Maintain production cycles and ensure product quality standards are met in collaboration with QA
• Schedule staffing, monitor attendance, and manage payroll documentation via ADP
• Initiate and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure machinery and auxiliary equipment operate efficiently
• Lead employee training, coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective/preventive actions to reduce environmental, health, or safety risks
• Facilitate meetings including pre-shift, department, and general communication sessions
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas around all machines

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage daily staffing to fulfill production schedules while minimizing overtime
• Supervise, train, and evaluate Supervisors, Production Leads, and Process Technicians
• Mentor, coach, and provide performance feedback, including disciplinary actions as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional education a plus
• 5+ years of production manufacturing experience preferred
• 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred
• Familiarity with injection molding processes
• Experience with proprietary manufacturing software (IQMS) and MS Office
• Bi Lingual in Spanish
• Knowledge of production supervisor and production lead duties
• Ability to wear proper protective equipment and maintain safe work practices

Why Join This Team

• Lead a skilled production team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Directly impact safety, quality, and operational excellence
• Opportunity for growth and career development in manufacturing leadership
• Competitive compensation and benefits

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