Manufacturing Production Manager Our client is a respected manufacturer serving the construction and building products market through innovative engineered solutions and high-quality industrial products. With multiple manufacturing sites across the United States and a reputation for operational excellence, the organization is committed to workplace safety, continuous improvement, employee development, and delivering exceptional products to customers. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that values integrity, teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, creating an environment where leaders are empowered to make meaningful improvements and drive results. Lead and oversee day-to-day production activities on second shift to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals. Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with operational and workplace safety standards. Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. Review production schedules and allocate resources to meet operational objectives efficiently. Identify, develop, and implement cost reduction and productivity improvement opportunities. Manage, mentor, train, and develop production employees to build a strong and engaged workforce. Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and address employee relations matters when required. Support succession planning and strengthen team capability through employee development. Communicate company objectives, initiatives, and policies effectively across the shift. Partner with quality teams to investigate issues and maintain product conformity. Recommend and implement improvements to processes, equipment utilization, and production methods. Establish and monitor operational metrics, analyze trends, and drive corrective actions where necessary. Facilitate regular team meetings focused on performance, engagement, and continuous improvement. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. High school diploma or equivalent; additional education is advantageous. Minimum 5 years of manufacturing leadership, supervisory, or management experience. Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Strong understanding of production processes and manufacturing best practices. Ability to analyze data, track performance metrics, and implement process improvements. Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills. Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting capabilities. Experience coaching, motivating, and developing employees. Ability to manage change, overcome operational challenges, and deliver results. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business software. Positive, team-focused leadership style with a high level of accountability and ownership. Opportunity to lead a critical production operation with significant influence on plant performance. Exposure to continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Chance to develop and mentor manufacturing teams while advancing your leadership career. Stable position with an established and growing industrial manufacturer. Collaborative environment that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. Visibility within a multi-site organization that values leadership development and internal growth. Opportunity to make a measurable impact on productivity, quality, and employee engagement.
