What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager OKC position at 3Z Brands?
Job Title: Production Manager
Location: Onsite Full Time, Oklahoma City, OK
About 3Z Brands
3Z Brands is a dynamic and growing company uniquely positioned as both a manufacturer and wholesaler, and retailer, giving us a strategic advantage in the marketplace. With exciting growth initiatives ahead, we are building an exceptional team to drive our success. Our core values—care, commitment, and curiosity—guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all team members feel valued and respected.
Job Summary
3Z Brands is seeking an experienced and results-driven Production Manager to oversee all aspects of our mattress manufacturing operations at our OKC factory. The manager will be responsible for leading the production team, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring the timely, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality mattresses that meet our exacting standards. This role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment while driving continuous improvement and achieving ambitious production targets.
Responsibilities
- Manage and evaluate machine resources to ensure productivity and minimal downtime
- Oversee a workforce of 150 employees in the manufacturing production department
- Strive to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all product lines
- Ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines (PPE etc)
- Set ambitious production goals and communicate them to the key personnel
- Provide motivation, support and guidance to all employees
- Communicate any problems or obstacles to senior management
- Establish workflow policies that enhance speed and efficiency without compromising product safety or integrity
- Create schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels
Qualifications
- 5 years’ experience in manufacturing operations
- 5 years’ experience in supervisory capacity
- Excellent project management skills
- Proven track record of successfully training employees in productivity and safety
- Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations
- Ability to coach and mentor employees on a one-on-one basis as well as a group
- Bilingual Spanish/English required
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee referral program and bonus
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) program with matching
- Supportive, team-focused workplace
- Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, purpose-driven company
All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 3Z Brands conducts a pre-employment drug test and background search upon hire