This site is preparing for a pivotal transformation. The Production Manager will lead key initiatives including the rollout of the Operational Excellence System (OES) and a comprehensive AOT/Safety Culture Transformation. This role exists to ensure performance, safety, and quality standards are consistently met—while coaching teams through a critical season of change. Success in this position means keeping production running efficiently today while laying the groundwork for a stronger, safer, and more disciplined operation tomorrow.
Lead OES Deployment – Oversee implementation of Operational Excellence System tools and mindset throughout the facility, ensuring accountability and impact.
Advance Safety Culture – Drive the AOT/Safety Culture Transformation by modeling high standards, reinforcing behavioral expectations, and embedding safety practices into all plant routines.
Maximize Operational Performance – Use data from QAD and other systems to evaluate cost center efficiency, reduce scrap, manage raw material consumption, and improve delivery performance.
Coach and Develop Leaders – Support supervisors and hourly teams through structured coaching, feedback loops, and performance reviews that reinforce both accountability and growth.
Collaborate for Results – Align with maintenance, QA, and cross-functional leadership to maintain quality and resolve customer or production challenges with speed and clarity.
Drive Continuous Improvement – Identify improvements across manpower, equipment, and process flow; execute solutions that increase output and reduce waste.
You’re energized by transformation—whether rolling out new systems, building trust with your team, or driving cultural change on the floor.
You lead with confidence in high-tempo environments, especially when others need direction and clarity.
You value discipline and consistency, but know how to listen and lead with empathy.
You take ownership of outcomes and communicate clearly across all levels of the organization.
Must have served in the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, Space Force, Reserves, or National Guard.
10+ years of experience in manufacturing, including 4+ years in a senior supervisory or management role
Strong knowledge of production systems, equipment, planning, and cost control
Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing across departments and leadership levels
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production tools (e.g., QAD, MRP, SAP)
Ability to work in a physical manufacturing environment (standing, lifting, etc.)
Background in ceramics, refractories, or a similar heavy manufacturing environment
Experience with Lean or continuous improvement methodologies
Track record of implementing or supporting safety culture initiatives
Full benefits package
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