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Production Manager

W3Global
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on, results-driven Production Manager to lead daily operations and build a consistent, high-performing production environment. This role is responsible for driving safety, efficiency, and accountability across the production floor while developing a strong, disciplined team.

The ideal candidate is a steady, solution-oriented leader who thrives under pressure, communicates clearly, and follows through to ensure results.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, coach, and develop production staff to ensure strong performance and accountability
  • Foster a positive, respectful, and disciplined work environment
  • Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable to company standards
  • Serve as a visible leader on the production floor through engagement and example
  • Communicate effectively with team members, peers, and company leadership

Operations & Production Management

  • Oversee daily production activities to ensure schedules and customer commitments are met
  • Conduct daily facility walk-throughs to ensure operational readiness, cleanliness, and organization
  • Monitor real-time production status and proactively address risks or delays
  • Ensure all processes, procedures, and quality standards are followed consistently
  • Coordinate training to ensure employees are properly equipped to perform their roles

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

  • Identify production inefficiencies and implement sustainable improvements
  • Address operational challenges with a solution-focused mindset
  • Ensure corrective actions are effective and fully implemented
  • Promote consistency in processes, behaviors, and performance standards

Safety & Compliance

  • Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with all safety policies
  • Promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability across the team

Qualifications

  • 3 years of leadership experience in a production or manufacturing environment
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and hold teams accountable
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with production tracking systems or ERP systems is a plus

Work Expectations

  • Full-time, salaried position with a minimum of 45 hours per week
  • Flexibility in schedule to support production needs

What Success Looks Like

  • Consistent, well-organized production environment
  • Improved on-time delivery and operational efficiency
  • A team that is trained, engaged, and accountable
  • Strong adherence to safety, quality, and performance standards

Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations and team performance
  • Stable, growing company environment
  • Leadership role with visibility and influence across the organization

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Employee discount
  • Health, Life and Dental insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $110,000

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