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Pigeon Forge, Sevier County, Tennessee, 37863, USA
Listed on 2026-08-24
Listing for:
Lodge Cast Iron
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-24
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Production Manager, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Operations Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lodge Cast Iron is seeking a Market Leader to oversee manufacturing operations at our historic South Pittsburg, TN facility. In this leadership role, you will guide production teams to safely deliver high-quality cast iron cookware that upholds our heritage of American craftsmanship. You will manage supervisors and frontline staff, drive performance through KPIs and continuous improvement, and partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to optimize throughput and reduce downtime.
This hands-on position is ideal for a manufacturing leader who values safety, teamwork, and building long-term success for both people and community.
Responsibilities
- Lead production operations for cast iron cookware lines to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets
- Manage and develop frontline supervisors and production teams in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
- Monitor KPIs, analyze performance data, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to resolve bottlenecks and reduce downtime
- Ensure strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
- Drive standard work, Lean/5
- S practices, and process discipline across assigned area
- Support workforce planning, scheduling, and training to meet demand
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship
- Collaborate with leadership on capacity planning, capital projects, and operational strategy
- Communicate performance, goals, and expectations clearly across shifts and departments
Required Skills
- Manufacturing operations management
- Production planning and scheduling
- Lean/5
- S and continuous improvement
- KPI tracking and data analysis
- Team leadership and people management
- Safety and OSHA compliance
- Quality systems in manufacturing
- Root cause analysis and problem solving
- Foundry or metals processing knowledge
- Change management and communication
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