Production Manager

Production Manager

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward‑looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.

The Production Manager sets and communicates goals, strategy and company deliverables to the responsible teams and departments. Directs safety strategy and ensures that safety objectives are being met. Direct and coordinates activities of production department(s) in planning, organizing, directing, and running optimum day‑to‑day operations to exceed our customers' expectations, increasing production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards.

Responsibility for production output, product quality and on‑time shipping by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

• Ensure all safety requirements are met and are being followed according to rules and regulations.
• Sets and communicates goals to meet company's overall plan.
• Work with all departments to ensure sales targets are being met.
• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day‑to‑day operations to exceed our customers' expectations by increasing production output, product quality and on‑time shipping.
• Increase production, asset capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Reviews production costs and product quality and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of division.
• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets.
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Resolve worker grievances or submit unsettled grievances to Chief Operating Officer for action.
• Coordinates production, distribution, warehousing, and sales in accordance with policies, principles, and procedures established by Chief Operating Officer.

• Directly supervise production staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, performance management, and employee development.
• Lead daily production meetings to communicate priorities, safety expectations, and performance metrics.
• Ensure staffing levels align with production demands and adjust resources as needed.
• Enforce company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards consistently.
• Coach and mentor supervisors and team leads to drive accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with HR and leadership on employee relations matters, corrective actions, and workforce planning.

• 7+ years of experience in a supervisory or people management role.
• Working knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience driving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with standard manufacturing systems (ERP/MRP, Microsoft Office, or similar tools).

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with regulated or high‑compliance environments (ISO, AS, or similar quality systems).
• Proven experience managing multiple production lines, shifts, or departments.
• Strong background in labor planning, cost control, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Experience leading change initiatives and scaling teams or processes.