Senior Manager Production

As a Senior Production Manager, you will lead large-scale manufacturing operations that power the production of world-class tractors, implements, and utility vehicles. Overseeing one to three factories and guiding a team of production leaders responsible for hundreds of employees, you will play a critical role in delivering operational excellence. Success in this position requires strong leadership, sound decision-making, and a relentless focus on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

You will ensure the right resources, priorities, and processes are in place to consistently meet production goals while building a high-performing and engaged workforce.

• Owns daily, weekly, and monthly production execution across 1–3 factories , ensuring achievement of output, safety, quality, and cost targets
• Directly leads and develops Production Managers , ensuring consistent application of standards, priorities, and leadership practices across all shifts
• Aligns labor, equipment, and materials to rapidly adjust to changing production demand

• Ensures daily compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards , actively validating conditions on the factory floor
• Reinforces PPE usage, standard work, and risk mitigation practices across weld, paint, and assembly environments
• Partners with plant and quality leadership to address systemic issues and prevent recurrence

• Monitors and drives performance using KPIs related to throughput, labor efficiency, scrap, downtime, and delivery
• Leads Kaizen, Lean, and 5-Gen manufacturing initiatives , translating continuous improvement principles into measurable results
• Identifies bottlenecks and variability, deploying countermeasures rapidly in a fast-paced production environment

• Manages staffing levels and performance across multiple shifts , always ensuring operational coverage and leadership presence
• Coaches and develops leaders to build accountability, engagement, and bench strength
• Works closely with HR on employee relations, performance actions, and succession planning

• Partners daily with engineering, maintenance, supply chain, logistics, and HR to ensure seamless production flow
• Balances production priorities with maintenance needs, material availability, and engineering changes
• Serves as a key operational voice within the manufacturing leadership team
• Prepares and manages budgets for assigned production areas , controlling labor and operational costs
• Ensures efficient use of resources while maintaining safety, quality, and delivery standards
• Supports capital planning and resource justification as needed

• Proven experience (10+ years) in manufacturing operations
• 5+ years in management or a multi-site leadership role.
• Experience in management of 300+ employees.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to drive cultural and operational improvements in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or kaizen and driving improvements
• Ability to prioritize, manage, and execute multiple complex issues occurring simultaneously.
• Proficiency in manufacturing software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Bachelor’s, Associates, or technical degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or a related industry field

In lieu of a degree, we consider…