Manager, Production
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Job Location:
Fairfield, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Pace Packaging based in Fairfield New Jersey is a leading provider of automated bottle unscramblers bottle orientors and conveyor cleaning systems. Pace has provided solutions across a variety of industries including beverage food household chemicals personal care products and pharmaceutical for over 40 years. Through multiple brands Pro Mach provides product packaging and processing equipment PMMI certified training installation parts and service for primary and secondary packaging flexible packaging end-of-line packaging and identification and tracking. For more information on Pro Machs brands visit
Production Manager
Overview:
The Production Manager is responsible for leading and supervising a multidisciplinary production team to ensure efficient assembly testing and delivery of high-quality packaging machinery. This role serves as the primary point of leadership and communication between the shop floor and internal/external stakeholders driving safety quality and on-time performance.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Supervision
- Lead motivate and coach a team of direct reports responsible for machine assembly testing and shipment.
- Serve as the primary internal and external contact for all shop floor operations.
- Conduct meaningful performance evaluations providing both positive and constructive feedback.
- Recruit train and develop team members through a formal training program aligned with the companys business plan.
Production Management
- Plan assign and monitor work in alignment with the master production schedule.
- Measure individual and team performance against established labor standards.
- Ensure accurate recording of labor hours and alignment with project budgets.
- Coordinate daily production activities and provide progress updates to the management team.
- Identify potential risks and recommend corrective actions to maintain schedule and quality.
- Manage floor stock using VMI and Fastenal systems.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Conduct machine inspections and verify assembly completion for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and shipment readiness.
- Prepare tooling for bottle-specific machines and lead FAT sessions with customers.
- Address and complete all customer-requested corrections before shipment.
- Drive adoption of the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process to support continuous improvement and cost reduction.
- Provide feedback to project management team on ECN cost impacts.
- Collaborate with Engineering to provide feedback on design for manufacturability.
- Support lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency reduce waste and maintain a safe organized workspace.
- Develop and maintain assembly methods procedures and manuals for production.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Maintain effective communication with Engineering Materials Management Shipping & Receiving and Customer Support teams to resolve technical issues.
- Coordinate with multiple departments to expedite part completion modifications and procurement.
- Partner with Materials team to manage shortages and optimize builds.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and health policies and regulations.
Maintenance & Operations Support
- Oversee machine shop equipment and preventative maintenance programs.
- Maintain accurate production records and documentation of dispatched goods.
- Routinely report operational progress and drive proactive and reactive actions as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelors degree in an Engineering or Technical field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 10 years of combined experience in facility/equipment maintenance or equipment fabrication/assembly.
- Proven experience managing machinists and/or assembly operations.
- Strong leadership change management problem-solving and communication skills.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes methods and best practices.
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks Creo or AutoCAD.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and electrical schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze problems gather data and implement effective solutions.
- Excellent time management organizational and prioritization skills.
- Experience with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office or equivalent business software.
Benefits:
Salary is only a part of a well-developed compensation program. As a Pro Mach employee you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your pay (base salary) very comprehensive medical/dental programs as well as life insurance a generous paid time off program a retirement savings plan with a company match and a wellness program. There is no waiting period for benefits you are eligible on your first day of employment. Pro Mach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach complies with all states mandating the use of E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean
- Management Experience
- 5S
- Operations Management
- Production Planning
- Production Management
- Kaizen
- Supervising Experience
- Manufacturing
About Company
ProMach is a comprehensive provider of complete processing and packaging solutions, from processing systems, to standalone packaging machines, to cellular integrated systems, to complete turnkey lines, and beyond.
