As the Production Manager, you'll oversee the production process by coordinating all production activities and operations. You will be responsible for production, quality assurance, maintenance, and staff, and may assist in warehouse functions. A key aspect of the role includes monitoring and managing labor control metrics to optimize workforce efficiency, minimize overtime, and ensure alignment with budgetary goals. You will be expected to track and improve key metrics such as units produced per labor hour, schedule adherence, downtime, first-pass yield, and staffing levels vs. demand. The Production Manager is also responsible for ensuring the department is in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Responsibilities: • Manage personnel, including peak/holiday shifts, and oversee hiring and training. • Improve production processes, troubleshoot defects, and ensure quality control. • Plan production needs, set priorities, and adapt to seasonal demands. • Track KPIs, maximize efficiency, and enforce safety and OSHA practices. • Evaluate team performance, foster skill and leadership development, and implement 5S/Lean practices. • Maintain department documentation, equipment upkeep, and spare parts inventory. • Support new product launches and track/report quality and productivity. • Assist in production as needed. Qualifications: • Team Management: Must have 3–5 years minimum of supervising or managing teams, ideally in a production or operations environment. • Manufacturing Operations: Must have 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing or a related field, with a strong understanding of production workflows, quality control, and safety standards. • Process Management/Improvement: Must have 3–5 years of experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma), SOP development, or process optimization. • Must have 3-5 years with industrial equipment. • Preferred: 1 year of Adobe Acrobat experience. • Must have Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication abilities. • Familiar with personalization programs (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, JobControl). • Must be skilled in data analysis, KPI tracking, and reporting. • Proficient in computer software, organized, and solutions-focused. • Able to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently. Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000
• Manage personnel, including peak/holiday shifts, and oversee hiring and training. • Improve production processes, troubleshoot defects, and ensure quality control. • Plan production needs, set priorities, and adapt to seasonal demands. • Track KPIs, maximize efficiency, and enforce safety and OSHA practices. • Evaluate team performance, foster skill and leadership development, and implement 5S/Lean practices. • Maintain department documentation, equipment upkeep, and spare parts inventory. • Support new product launches and track/report quality and productivity. • Assist in production as needed.