Production Manager

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACTThis role is central to driving operational excellence and cultivating a culture grounded in safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and have direct oversight of department managers and production operators. We're looking for a leader who thrives in a high-performance environment and is passionate about empowering teams and improving processes through Lean manufacturing practices.Lead and coordinate plant operations to achieve goals in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.Drive performance metrics aligned with corporate and regional KPIs.Champion Continuous Improvement using tools such as 5S, Standard Work, TPM, Heijunka, Visual Management, and others.Collaborate with departments including HR, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to ensure timely execution of objectives.Follow up on action items, and drive plant-wide accountability.Facilitate implementation of new processes, materials, and cost-reduction initiatives.Provide clear communication and conflict resolution across shifts while reinforcing a positive, change-ready culture.Coach and develop Value Stream Managers and support teams for optimal performance.Ensure compliance with ISO, OSHA, and company standards.THE ENVIRONMENT Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. The job is within a non-climate-controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.Travel may be required to other plants and corporate meetings. Less than 10% travel.