Production Manager

Production Manager – Wilson, NC

At Sibelco, a trusted leader in specialty industrial minerals, we are seeking a Production Manager to oversee, optimize, and continuously improve production activities within our Wilson cluster. This role ensures compliance with local regulations, cost budgets, and Sibelco values while driving sustainable and safe operations.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, maintain plant safety, lead safety training, and support the safety program.
• Lead and manage production processes; ensure quality and regulatory compliance of all products shipped from the plant while meeting customer needs.
• Leverage production employees to achieve production goals while maintaining product quality and compliance requirements.
• Initiate Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement practices to enhance quality, eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve productivity.
• Identify and plan the physical condition of all facilities through regular upkeep and CAPEX.
• Complete budgetary plans, cost control activities, and reporting.
• Direct, oversee, and assist with recruiting, training, personnel development, and plant functioning.
• Develop supervisors and operators through coaching, training, delegation, and accountability.
• Audit, solve problems, and investigate corrective actions for quality and safety events.
• Implement, maintain, and improve production processes in collaboration with the team.

• Define and frame situations clearly, identify root causes, and make timely decisions based on reliable analysis.
• Determine task complexity and required resources; break down projects into steps; set priorities and time parameters.
• Coordinate efforts to implement plans; use established practices and procedures.
• Organize people and activities for simple and complex processes effectively.
• Seek opportunities to improve ways of working; set clear goals and drive results with energy and drive.
• Model perseverance, find solutions, and create belonging in the team.
• Lead others in absence of clear structure; make decisions with incomplete information; handle risk and uncertainty.

• Degree in business, process engineering, mining, or engineering.
• 8+ years’ experience in a leadership role in mineral industries or related fields.
• Strong background in heavy industrial, material, mining, or recycling with emphasis on production management, team management, process improvement, and health and safety.
• Strong lean manufacturing experience and process improvement experience for industrial and heavy machinery plant environments.

Competitive salary range with eligibility for annual bonus and equity, determined by job‑related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and market data.

Benefits include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, disability, critical illness insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Employee Type:
Permanent

Sibelco is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.