**Job Summary:**

Reporting directly to the Plant Director, the Production Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our company consistently delivers exceptional-quality products that exceed customer expectations. This role requires a dedicated individual who takes pride in our products and understands their significance in satisfying our customers. The Production Manager will lead our production team, fostering a safe and efficient work environment while building strong relationships with employees to demonstrate our organization's commitment to their well-being and success.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

**Running a Production Team in an Automated Environment:**

- Assess project and resource needs to optimize production efficiency.

- Create work schedules for the production team to meet project deadlines.

- Ensure adherence to company procedures and safety regulations.

- Support the organization of equipment repair and routine maintenance.

- Order and maintain safety tools, materials, and equipment used in manufacturing processes.

- Provide monthly reports on quality control, production numbers, safety, and other relevant metrics.

- Monitor and review staff performance, implementing interventions for improvement as needed.

- Implement cost control programs to optimize production expenses.

- Facilitate collaboration and coordination between relevant departments, including procurement, distribution, and management.

**Personnel Management:**

- Assist Human Resources with recruitment and training of new employees.

- Conduct bi-annual performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback.

- Coach employees to enhance their performance and skills.

- Communicate relevant company information and procedural updates to personnel.

- Enforce workplace rules and regulations.

- Handle conflict resolution and performance management, collaborating with the Human Resources team.

- Ensure a safe and clean work environment through task delegation and personnel education.

- Train personnel on new equipment and review equipment and safety procedures as needed.

**Education and/or Experience:**

- Minimum of three years of experience as a Production Manager.

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field preferred.

- Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills.

- Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in managing employees.

- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.

- Excellent organizational and communication skills.

- Attention to detail and ability to collaborate across business functions.

- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and occasional travel as needed.

**Language Skills:**

- Strong communicator with the ability to express viewpoints confidently.

- Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting business documents.

- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

- Effective presentation skills and ability to respond to questions from various stakeholders.

**Mathematical Skills:**

- Proficient in basic mathematical computations, including rate, ratio, and percent.

- Ability to interpret and draw conclusions from numerical data and graphs.

**Reasoning Ability:**

- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to define problems and collect relevant data.

- Proficient in interpreting technical instructions and dealing with abstract and concrete variables.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Grove City, OH 43123: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person