Production Manager

A well-established manufacturing organization located in Northeast, OH is seeking a skilled Production Manager to lead and optimize plant operations. This role is responsible for overseeing production processes, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving performance improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage staffing, line balancing, and daily resource allocation to achieve output and efficiency goals.
• Review hourly and shift performance data—adjust schedules, reassign personnel, or coordinate maintenance interventions as needed.
• Ensure all team leaders and supervisors maintain clear visual management tools (SQDCP boards, OEE dashboards, downtime trackers).
• Enforce adherence to standard work instructions and 5S / Lean principles throughout the plant.
• Monitor and analyze OEE (Availability, Performance, Quality) for each production cell.
• Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities related to changeover time, equipment downtime, and cycle time variance.
• Manage labor, overtime, and material usage to achieve cost per unit and productivity targets.
• Maintain clear communication across departments (Materials, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, HR).
• Use ERP and MES systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Plex) to maintain accurate production and employee data.
• Hands-on automotive press room background with proven die setting and progressive press operation.
• Diagnose jams, minor electrical faults, Tool & Die problems, and automation errors on PTC presses.

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies