What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager / Lean Manufacturing Manager position at Food Management Search?
Production Manager – 1st & 2nd Shift (2 openings)
Our manufacturing client near Newton, IA is hiring Production Managers for both 1st and 2nd shift operations at their heavy manufacturing facility supporting a 225 person fabrication, welding, assembly, and paint related non-union manufacturing setting. Very solid financials and secure future.
Schedule:
- 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM
- Monday–Thursday schedule (4 day work weeks)
This role is responsible for leading daily production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, scheduling, employee development, and production performance.
Ideal candidates will have:
- Manufacturing leadership experience
- Backgrounds in welding, fabrication, assembly, paint, or heavy industrial operations
- Strong communication and team leadership skills
- Experience driving accountability and production results
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being active on the floor, developing people, and helping drive operational success in a growing manufacturing operation.