Production Manager - Sioux Falls

DeGeest is seeking a Manufacturing Production Manager to join our team and be part of our STRONGER STANDARD! Our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to create fulfilling and meaningful experiences every day. We Collaborate! We Think! We Do! If you want to feel empowered and appreciated, we encourage you to apply.

The Manufacturing Production Manager plays a critical leadership role in overseeing daily operations within our Steel Works Division, including fabrication, welding, and finishing departments. This position is responsible for ensuring production teams are executing the right work at the right time while maintaining safety, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on manufacturing leader with strong technical knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and experience driving continuous improvement in a fast‑paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Lead and oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Manage production planning, scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation to meet customer and business goals.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to improve workflow, resolve production challenges, and support operational excellence.
• Develop and coach production leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Utilize ERP systems, KPIs, and production data to drive performance and support strategic decision‑making.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs, improve quality, and increase efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and operational standards while promoting the DeGeest Stronger Standard.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably within fabrication, welding, steel manufacturing, or other industrial environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience leading production teams, utilizing ERP systems, and managing manufacturing operations and scheduling.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies such as Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, EOS, or similar programs.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings, BOMs, routings, and production schedules.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and spend significant time on the production floor.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout production areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and safely work around manufacturing equipment and materials.

Required Skills:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities
• Excellent communication, listening, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects and changing production demands
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage production data for decision‑making
• Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies, systems, and manufacturing processes
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems, production planning, and manufacturing workflows

• Pay
  • Competitive Pay
  • Monthly Bonus Incentives
• Insurance
  • Medical – Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
  • Dental and Vision Plans
  • STD/LTD and Voluntary Life/AD&D Plans
• Investments
  • 401(k) with Company Match
• Holidays/PTO
  • 9 Paid Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday
  • PTO for New Hires
• Additional Incentives
  • Safety Glasses and Steel Toe Boots Reimbursement
  • Work Shirts Provided by De Geest
• The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is eligible for a bonus.

DeGeest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.