Production Manager

Production Manager

Plastic Molding Technology (PMT) manufactures high precision plastic parts for automotive, telecommunications, medical device, renewable energy, and industrial customers. The primary manufacturing processes are injection molding and thermoforming. PMT has ~100 injection molding presses at its two primary manufacturing locations in El Paso, TX and Centennial, CO (a suburb of Denver). A third facility in Longmont, CO (a suburb of Denver) provides in-house repair and fabrication of tools & dies.

Manages the usage of labor and equipment to achieve maximum efficiency with optimum quality while maintaining customer on-time delivery. Supervises production floor, scheduling, and planning.

Oversee all aspects of production management for injection molding, assembly, and tooling processes

Implement and control the production schedule, coordinating with quality, planning, maintenance, tooling, and processing teams

Prepare and submit accurate production reports and documentation

Lead and mentor the production team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment

Ensure effective collaboration and communication between departments to support overall plant goals

Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all production operations

Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental requirements

Set and maintain product quality standards, ensuring products meet customer and regulatory specifications

Establish and manage production budgets and implement cost-control measures

Analyze production and quality data to detect and correct issues in real time

Determine and implement improvements to the production process to increase efficiency and reduce waste

Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives within the production team, coaching and engaging hourly employees

Maintain ownership of 6S, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organization in all areas of responsibility

Perform other duties as assigned

Ability to multi-task and be attentive to detail

Ability to work independently as well as in a team

Understanding of raw materials, material flow, and scrap reduction.

Knowledge of quality systems and standards.

Knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance.

Experience implementing process improvement and Lean manufacturing techniques.

Working knowledge of business, finance, and management principles.

Understanding of human resource principles and supervisory practices.

Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including experience with Lean or Six Sigma techniques.

Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills.

Ability to lead, influence, delegate, and build collaboration among teams.

Results-driven, adaptable, and able to perform under pressure.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, and customers.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and diagrammatic or schedule form.

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or equivalent experience in plastic molding

Minimum of five (5) years of leadership in a manufacturing environment managing production supervisors and hourly teams

Plastic molding experience required

Speak, read, and write English

Quality Systems

Injection Molding

ERP Systems (IQMS)

Maintenance Experience

Tooling Experience

Scheduling Experience