Production Manager

Production Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE:

At Children's Factory, we create products that inspire learning and play. None of it happens without exceptional manufacturing leadership.

As our Production Manager, you will lead the heartbeat of our operation, the production floor. You will drive safety, quality, efficiency, and financial performance while developing a high-performing team that takes pride in their work. This is more than managing output. It is about building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

If you are energized by leading teams, improving processes, and delivering measurable results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this role offers the opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact.

In this role, you will step into a position of influence and ownership. You will:

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while ensuring schedules are achieved without compromising standards.
• Drive performance through metrics by monitoring output, scrap, downtime, and labor efficiency and taking decisive action to improve results.
• Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing safety policies, conducting daily checks, and leading corrective actions when needed.
• Develop and empower your team by setting clear expectations, coaching supervisors and production staff, and holding teams accountable to high standards.
• Translate financial goals into action by aligning labor planning, resource allocation, and production strategies to meet cost and margin targets.
• Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to minimize downtime, resolve nonconformances, and strengthen overall performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean principles, 5S, standard work, and waste reduction strategies.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with leadership and cross-functional teams regarding production status, challenges, and priorities.
• Foster a positive, collaborative environment where accountability, teamwork, and urgency drive results.

On a daily basis, you will be visible on the production floor solving problems, removing barriers, motivating teams, and ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently.

You are a confident, hands‑on manufacturing leader who thrives in a dynamic production environment. You balance people leadership with operational discipline and understand how to connect shop‑floor performance to financial results.

You likely bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Technology, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 or more years of experience in manufacturing or production, including at least 2 years leading multiple production lines.
• Experience applying lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of business, finance, and operational management principles.
• Proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills in fast‑paced environments.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on safety and quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook, along with experience using ERP or manufacturing systems.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations and quality standards within a manufacturing setting.
• A demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements that increase efficiency and productivity.

You are dependable, present, and engaged. You show up prepared, lead by example, and maintain a strong sense of urgency around achieving operational and financial goals.

• Be Part of a Dynamic, Supportive Team
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  We value collaboration and celebrate success together.
• Grow Your Career
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  We support professional development and offer opportunities to expand your skills.
• Make an Impact
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  Your work will contribute to making a difference in the lives of children, educators, and parents around the world by supporting the financial health of a company that creates innovative and educational products that inspire learning and creativity.
• Enjoy Competitive Benefits, Including:
  • 12 Paid Holidays
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    Including C…