Production Manager - 2nd Shift Job Mount Pleasant area,Iowa USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position Title:

Production Manager - 2nd Shift Wage:
Based on Experience

Shift: 2nd

Hours:

3:00pm - 1:00am

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions is seeking a Production Manager in Mount Pleasant, IA to lead and direct all personnel and manufacturing activities within Laser, Bindery (Forms Conversion), and Mailshop operations. This role oversees end-to-end workflow across all production and mailshop areas, ensuring efficient execution, consistent quality, and on-time customer delivery. The Production Manager utilizes strong leadership, operational, and technical skills to optimize processes, troubleshoot issues, and foster a safe, productive, and continuously improving work environment.

Earn a $500 sign-on bonus, with benefits available after 60 days!

Production Manager Responsibilities:

Lead, direct, and mentor a team of Area Leads, Coordinators, Production Operators, and support staff by setting clear expectations, providing coaching, and delivering performance feedback
Assign tasks, implement schedules, address personnel issues, and ensure adequate staffing across Laser, Bindery (Forms Conversion), and Mailshop operations
Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Coach and develop Area Leads and Coordinators to effectively lead daily team huddles focused on production execution, quality, safety, and waste reduction
Lead succession planning and talent development efforts by identifying high-potential employees, supporting skill development, and building bench strength for key production and Mailshop roles
Optimize workflow across Laser, Bindery (Forms Conversion), and Mailshop operations, ensuring smooth handoffs, balanced capacity, and efficient end-to-end production flow
Print, prioritize, and manage work orders for each area, ensuring timely execution and adherence to customer deadlines
Monitor daily operations and production performance to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, productivity, and on-time delivery
Coordinate execution across Laser, Bindery, and Mailshop operations using production data, performance metrics, and visual management tools to establish priorities, improve decision-making, and support daily operations
Collaborate with the leadership team, particularly Maintenance, to address daily execution opportunities and resolve delivery challenges impacting production flow and customer commitments
Drive collaboration between Maintenance, Area Leads, and Coordinators to ensure timely escalation, clear communication, and rapid resolution of equipment- and process-related issues
Drive collaboration, data accuracy, and continuous improvement in how production data is captured, validated, and used across all production areas. Proactively identify data gaps and work with Area Leads, Coordinators, and supporting teams to resolve them
Implement and maintain quality standards throughout all production and Mailshop processes
Conduct regular quality checks to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve errors, ensuring high-quality output and minimizing rework
Monitor daily operations to ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Address safety concerns and hazards promptly, reinforcing a strong safety culture across all shifts
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, equipment performance, quality, and labor efficiency
Monitor production waste and implement corrective actions to optimize material utilization and reduce costs
Maintain appropriate inventory levels for materials and supplies, coordinating ordering activities to prevent shortages or production delays
Utilize production data, capacity planning, and performance metrics to support efficient resource allocation and operational decision-making
Establish wage levels, recommend merit increases, and support compensation decisions in alignment with organizational guidelines and budget expectations
Manage employee relations activities, including performance evaluations, coaching, corrective actions, documentation, and resolution of employee concerns in partnership with Human Resources
Ensure people-management practices, compensation actions, and employee relations activities comply with applicable labor laws, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements

Requirements for Production Manager:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Management,…