What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Manager position at PRETIUM?
Grow boldly with Pretium!
At Pretium Packaging, manufacturing leadership isn’t about sitting behind a desk, it’s about being on the floor, driving results, and building a team that knows how to win every shift.
We’re looking for a Manufacturing Manager who can take full ownership of production operations in our Philmont, New York plant. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering on safety, quality, service, and cost—while developing supervisors and operators into a high-performing, accountable team.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and know how to turn metrics into action, this is where you can make a real impact.
About Us:
Pretium Packaging, founded in 1992, is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers, renowned for our commitment to superior quality, value, and customer service. With 16 manufacturing facilities across North America, we provide innovative packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of brand owners in the United States and Canada.
What You’ll Own:
- Help lead all day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet production, efficiency, and delivery targets
- Drive performance across key plant metrics (safety, quality, output, scrap, and cost)
- Partner cross-functionally with Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to keep the plant running at full strength
- Identify performance gaps and take action—quickly and effectively
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards (OSHA, FDA, ISO)
- Support equipment reliability and uptime through strong coordination with Maintenance and Engineering
Build the Team That Delivers:
- Lead, coach, and develop hourly teams across multiple shifts
- Create a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
- Set clear expectations and hold teams accountable to performance standards
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and workforce stability
- Ensure proper staffing and coverage to meet production demands
Drive Continuous Improvement:
- Champion Lean Manufacturing and 5S to improve efficiency and reduce waste
- Lead and support initiatives focused on throughput, scrap reduction, and cost savings
- Partner on new product introductions and process validation
- Build sustainable processes—not just quick fixes
Quality & Safety Are Non-Negotiable:
- Reinforce a safety-first culture across all shifts
- Partner with Quality to ensure consistent product and process standards
- Lead from the front when issues arise—investigate, resolve, and prevent recurrence
What You Bring:
- 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience (plastics, packaging, or high-speed manufacturing preferred)
- Proven ability to lead teams in a 24/5 or 24/7 operation
- Strong background in Lean / Continuous Improvement and operational execution
- Experience driving performance through metrics and data
- Ability to influence, coach, and hold teams accountable at all levels
- ERP experience (IQMS a plus)
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (Engineering, Operations, or related field)
Own the floor. Elevate performance. Build a team that delivers.