Production Manager

LHH is seeking a Production Manager for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client located near the East Side of Indianapolis, IN. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing team and to join an industry-leader in a unique manufacturing environment. In this role, you will manage a team of Supervisors and up to 100 Indirect Reports as you oversee all production-related activities within your facility. The compensation ranges between $100,000-115,000 per year and includes a bonus program, affordable insurance options, a 401k plan with a company match, and generous PTO and holiday offerings.

***H1B/Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position***

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead all production staff, evaluate work orders, and create production schedules to meet customer demands
• Lead planning meetings with department leaders prior to production shifts and confirm accurate stock levels of all raw materials & packaging components are in place before adding to production schedule
• Convey new sales orders to Operations team and ensures the production schedule can meet lead times
• Anticipate planning based on customer prior year purchases & current stock levels
• Direct workers in adjusting machines and equipment to ensure products meet standards
• Remain in compliance with Quality Assurance and Safety standards at all times
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis to identify and resolve process-related stoppages, prevent production delays and/or backlogs, and eliminate recurrence of non-conformance issues
• Work with approved suppliers for product availability, market conditions, and ensures contracts are in place where required
• Manage change, inventory control, financial analysis and ensure proper distribution of inventory for any discontinued, damaged and/or obsolete inventory items
• Communicate daily movement of materials from production to distribution areas
• Implement continuous improvement methods (Six Sigma, Lean, etc.) for manufacturing and distribution and for Environmental, Health, and Safety proposes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is preferred but other degrees in Supply Chain Management, Operations, and/or Business will be considered as well
• A minimum of 10 years of Production Management experience within a manufacturing environment is required
• Industry Certifications are required
• Ideal candidates will possess a Six Sigma Belt and/or Lean Manufacturing experience
• Must have experience with production scheduling and understand how materials flow efficiently through a manufacturing facility
• Must have knowledge of quality standards and health & safety practices and regulations
• Must be a natural problem-solver who possesses excellent communication skills
• Must have intermediate or advanced skills using Excel
• ***H1B Sponsorship is not available for this position***

If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Production Manager job with a manufacturing client located near the East Side of Indianapolis, Indiana, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year Search managed by: Richard Bauchle

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.