What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Shift Production Manager position at Ingenium Talent?
2nd Shift Production Manager – Lead a High-Impact Operation Supporting a Top OEM
Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment where your decisions directly influence quality, productivity, and team success? This is your opportunity to run a critical 2nd shift operation for a trusted supplier to one of the world’s most respected, quality-driven manufacturers.
In this role, you will guide a talented team across automated machine operations, metal stamping, and assembly—driving performance, shaping culture, and ensuring products are delivered with the precision and reliability our customers expect.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and inspire a diverse production team, building a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement across the shift.
- Oversee key manufacturing operations including automated machine operations, metal stamping, and assembly—ensuring safe practices, efficient workflow, and top-tier quality.
- Create and manage production schedules that balance customer demands, productivity goals, and resource allocation.
- Partner closely with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to solve challenges, streamline processes, and optimize performance.
- Track and improve KPIs such as output, downtime, scrap, and efficiency—taking proactive steps to elevate results.
- Champion safety and compliance, reinforcing practices that protect people, equipment, and product integrity.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, applying lean principles, process optimization, and training programs to elevate the operation.
What You Bring
- A BS degree is preferred but not required—a strong background in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering is helpful, and equivalent experience is valued.
- 5 years of production management experience in heavy manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with welding, robotic equipment, metal stamping, and assembly-line operations.
- A proven ability to build, mentor, and empower teams, with a track record of developing high performers.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and production metrics.
- The ability to excel in a dynamic, results-focused environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Lead a mission-critical shift for a supplier supporting a world-class OEM.
- Join a collaborative, people-first culture where your leadership and ideas will be recognized and valued.
- Benefit from a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Make a direct impact on production efficiency, product quality, team performance, and overall operational success.
- Enjoy the stability of a well-established company with ongoing growth and modernization initiatives.