Production Manager

Production Manager – Monarch Steel Company, Inc., Huntsville, AL

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Monarch Steel Company of Alabama, Inc., a division of American Consolidated Industries, is one of the country’s largest providers of hot‑rolled, cold‑rolled, and galvanized steel products. We receive steel coils, slit/blank/cut to length coils, and ship to our customers. We pride ourselves on outstanding safety, quality, customer service, and our 1–TEAM environment.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) with company match
• Retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 25k company‑paid life AD&D insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Referral bonus program – up to $1k
• Steel‑toe boots allowance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay

Under direct supervision of the Operations Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for building and maintaining the daily production schedule, working closely with supervision to support production, and maintaining production and quality standards.

• Embrace the 1‑T.E.A.M. culture.
• Create and manage daily production schedules.
• Coordinate with warehouse and maintenance teams.
• Adjust plans based on machine availability and workforce capacity.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Implement safety protocols on the production floor.
• Conduct daily safety checks and ensure PPE usage.
• Train operators on safe machine handling and emergency procedures.
• Report and investigate incidents or near‑misses.
• Lead production teams and shift supervisors.
• Organize daily work assignments and shift schedules.
• Motivate and mentor operators to achieve performance targets.
• Address personnel issues and support team development.
• Execute production plans in alignment with operational goals.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Implement process improvements on the shop floor.
• Track daily performance metrics and report to Operations Manager.
• Monitor product quality during production.
• Implement corrective actions for defects or deviations.
• Work with QA team to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Encourage operator feedback for process improvement.

• Manage and support a team of supervisors, team leads, and teammates in plant operations.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws, including employee development, planning, assigning, directing work, appraising performance, and disciplining employees.

• Understanding of steel processing operations, including slitting, shearing, and material handling.
• Solid knowledge of production scheduling in a high‑volume steel service environment.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safety standards specific to steel manufacturing and handling.
• Strong grasp of quality control requirements and industry specifications for steel products.
• Experience with inventory management and optimizing material flow.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor production teams to build skills and support operational excellence.
• Strong analytical skills for identifying bottlenecks and driving process improvements.
• Clear and effective communication skills for coordinating with operations, maintenance, and logistics teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to enforce safety protocols and promote a zero‑incident culture.
• Track record of implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.
• Three to five years of experience in a supervisory or management role within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Steel industry knowledge and experience is a plus.

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• Work environment consists of 30% office / 70% production floor.
• Noise level is usually medium to high.
• Physical demands include sitting, using hands, frequently talking or hearing, occasionally standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25–50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills associated with the position.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

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