Production Manager, Zelisko

Location: [Springfield]

Reporting Line: [Director Production / Director Production]

The Production Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all production activities to ensure the efficient, safe, and cost-effective manufacture of products while meeting quality, delivery, and productivity targets. The role manages production operations, develops high-performing teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards. Working closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, and other departments, the Production Manager plays a key role in achieving operational excellence and supporting business growth.

• Lead, plan, and oversee all daily production activities to ensure the achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Ensure compliance with corporate manufacturing standards, local safety regulations, HSE requirements, and applicable legal obligations.
• Manage production resources, including personnel, equipment, materials, and capacity planning, to maximize operational efficiency.
• Develop and monitor production schedules in alignment with customer demand and business requirements.
• Drive the achievement of production targets, productivity goals, and operational KPIs.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and production systems to increase efficiency, quality, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Maintenance, Quality, and Project Management to ensure seamless production operations.
• Analyze production performance and implement corrective and preventive actions to address operational challenges.
• Manage and control production-related costs in line with departmental budgets and business objectives.
• Support the planning and implementation of manufacturing investments, equipment upgrades, and process improvement projects.
• Ensure effective maintenance coordination to maximize equipment availability and production uptime.
• Lead, coach, and develop production teams and supervisors to build a high-performance and safety-focused culture.
• Monitor workforce planning, staffing levels, training requirements, and employee development initiatives.
• Support the introduction of new products, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Supervise contractor activities within production areas and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Prepare and present manufacturing reports, KPI analyses, and performance updates to management.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, and employee engagement initiatives.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Additional qualifications in Production Management or Lean Manufacturing are considered an advantage.

• Several years of leadership experience in production management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven track record of managing production teams and achieving operational performance targets.
• Experience in process optimization, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Experience working in a high-volume or technically complex production environment is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, capacity management, and operational excellence principles.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with ERP systems and production management tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Good understanding of quality management systems and HSE requirements.
• Financial awareness with experience managing production budgets and operational costs.

• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Results-oriented with a strong focus on execution and accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset.

• Fluent English language skills; additional languages are considered an advantage.

Yes, 2-3 months.

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