Production Manager

Overview

Vaco is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization seeking a hands-on Production Operations Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations within a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. This leader will be responsible for driving operational performance, process improvement, team development, and production efficiency across multiple manufacturing functions.

Location:

Broward County, FL.

• Production & Operations Leadership
• Oversee daily production operations to ensure quality, efficiency, safety, and delivery goals are consistently achieved
• Manage production scheduling, workflow optimization, labor allocation, and operational throughput in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Monitor inventory controls, production metrics, and operational reporting to support business objectives
• Ensure internal and external customer expectations are met through timely, high-quality output
• Support quality management initiatives, compliance standards, and corrective action processes

• Engineering, Process Improvement & Facility Support
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Warehouse, and other operational teams
• Support manufacturing process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies
• Assist with product launches, pilot production, and transition into full-scale manufacturing
• Oversee facility operations, equipment uptime, preventative maintenance, and workplace safety initiatives
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and operational standards

• Continuous Improvement & Lean Initiatives
• Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on operational excellence and efficiency
• Implement Lean manufacturing principles including 5S, Kaizen, visual management, and standard work practices
• Develop and maintain KPI tracking, production metrics, and operational dashboards
• Drive process optimization initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness

• Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop production and operational teams
• Foster a culture of accountability, urgency, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Support organizational change initiatives and encourage employee engagement throughout process improvements
• Coach leaders and team members in problem-solving and operational best practices

• Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred
• 7+ years of manufacturing and production leadership experience
• Strong background in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational process optimization
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities and customer demands
• Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office platforms
• Bilingual Spanish preferred

• Manufacturing leadership within high-mix or customer-driven production environments
• Experience supporting engineering, maintenance, and operational improvement initiatives
• Lean or Continuous Improvement certifications are highly preferred