Production Manager

At Ariens Co, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.

Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people

Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.

Ariens Co is seeking an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Fayetteville, Tennessee facility. In this key leadership role, you will oversee the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products while driving operational excellence across the plant.

• Establish clear performance expectations, goals, and accountability for Manufacturing Leaders and Team Leaders
• Provide coaching, development, and performance feedback to Manufacturing Leaders, Supervisors, and Material Leaders
• Build a high-performing culture focused on safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives within manufacturing operations
• Accountable for allocating and planning resources to ensure key metrics are met:
  • Safety
  • Quality
  • Budget/Profitability
  • Productivity
  • Delivery
  • 6S
• Provide support to improve performance and manufacturability of new and existing products
• Drive continuous improvement throughout the fabrication process to include the use of the following tools or techniques:
  • Continuous Improvement plan
  • Quality plan
  • Control plans
  • Capital projects
  • New product development projects
  • Problem solving
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Visual management
• Manage several subordinate Manufacturing Leaders or Supervisors and Material Leaders

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required with a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment or 12 years' experience in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated experience managing manufacturing operations, teams, and key operational metrics
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and quality management tools
• Experience in materials replenishment, process improvement (lean), project management, and supervision is required
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication, (laser, brake press, hand weld, robotic weldment and machining), is desired
• ASQE, APICs, Lean Certification(s), quality tools and/or Six Sigma are desired

• On-site in manufacturing environment with frequent presence on the production floor.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Since 1933, the Ariens Co name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values –
Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.

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