Production Manager

We are seeking a Production Manager to oversee all aspects of daily production, ensuring efficient operations, resource availability, and high-quality output. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in technical nonwovens, and a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Manage day-to-day production operations and coordinate departmental activities.
• Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality products.
• Implement quality assurance measures and monitor production KPIs.

• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Handle budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation to meet strategic goals.
• Collaborate cross-departmentally to align operations with organizational objectives.

• Monitor employee and team performance, offering coaching, training, and feedback.
• Oversee staffing plans, recruitment, and training initiatives.
• Foster innovation, productivity, and continuous improvement (5S, Lean, ISO).

• Enhance systems, workflows, and processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Analyze data to identify process improvement opportunities and cost savings.
• Integrate new technologies and business processes as needed.

• 5+ years of experience in technical nonwovens production, preferably in automotive applications.
• Excellent production leadership and safety/accident prevention skills, with working knowledge of OSHA requirements.
• Proficient in continuous improvement tools for product/process enhancement.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Lean, Six Sigma, ISO, or other process improvement certifications.

• Competitive salary: $100,000 – $120,000
• Opportunity to lead a high-performing production team.
• Exposure to innovative manufacturing processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Lincolnton offers a growing manufacturing community with strong industry presence. It is an environment where you can contribute to operational excellence and product quality while collaborating with a team that values safety, innovation, and employee development.