Production Manager; Manufacturing​/Molding & Assembly

Confidential Search – Production Manager (Manufacturing / Molding & Assembly)

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Location: Fremont, Ohio (On-Site)
💵 Compensation: Up to $115,000 base salary + performance bonus + comprehensive benefits
📈 Reports To: Plant Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Direct Hire

We are conducting a confidential search for an experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at a high-performing facility in Fremont, Ohio
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This role oversees all aspects of molding, assembly, and production performance
, ensuring that quality, safety, and efficiency standards meet or exceed customer expectations.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in lean manufacturing, leadership development, and continuous improvement
, with the ability to foster collaboration and accountability across shifts.

• Oversee all manufacturing operations including molding and final assembly to ensure customer quality and delivery standards are achieved.

• Assess employee capabilities and provide hands-on training in equipment operation, materials handling, quality requirements, and standard work processes.

• Ensure the quality of all shipped products meets customer and internal specifications, adhering to IATF
  16949 and ISO 14001 standards.

• Communicate and enforce all operating policies, procedures, and safety standards across the production team.

• Lead and mentor Shift Supervisors, Process Technicians, and Team Leads
  , promoting a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Drive implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles — including Value Stream Mapping, standardized work, and 5S
  .

• Actively engage in safety initiatives
  , ensuring that all production and housekeeping issues are identified, addressed, and documented promptly.

• Partner with quality, engineering, and maintenance teams to optimize uptime, reduce waste, and improve throughput
  .

• Manage production scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting to meet key plant metrics for cost, quality, and delivery.

• Support and enforce all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) regulations and initiatives within assigned areas.

• 5+ years of progressive production management experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPS, or Value Stream Mapping
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• Solid understanding of IATF
  16949 and ISO 14001 quality and environmental systems.

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and business acumen
  .

• Proficiency in ERP/CMMS systems for production scheduling, inventory, and cost tracking.

• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives
  .

• Knowledge of current safety, environmental, and employment legislation
  .

• Production Supervisors

• Process Technicians / Leads

• Strategic leadership opportunity within a well-established, growth-focused manufacturing operation
  .

• Strong culture of employee development, process improvement, and operational excellence
  .

• Competitive compensation, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits.

• High visibility and direct succession potential within the plant leadership team.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and brief summary of relevant experience to:
Penelope (Penny) Laws
Henpen Corporation
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All inquiries held in strict confidence.