Production Manager

Carlisle Construction Materials - Lake City, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Lake City, FL

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the production and output of PolyIso at the manufacturing facility. This role involves managing a team of direct reports who guide 70-90 production employees, ensuring efficient operations, compliance with safety standards, and effective communication between various departments. The Production Manager plays a crucial role in planning, scheduling, and improving production processes while maintaining quality assurance and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor daily production activities, delegating responsibilities as necessary.
• Ensure personnel are trained to perform standard work.
• Schedule production based on customer requirements and determine manpower and material needs.
• Perform administrative tasks including payroll, performance reviews, and maintaining performance measurement reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs and conduct audits and training.
• Direct and train others in the implementation of the Carlisle Operating System using lean methodologies.
• Provide employee coaching and development to ensure effective employee relations.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and HR for employment decisions and resolving employee concerns.
• Interview and select employees for production roles.
• Work with management to improve processes related to production flow, safety, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering (IE), or Mechanical Engineering (ME) preferred.
• 3-5 years of supervisory/management experience, with at least 3 years in manufacturing.
• Prior experience in operations research/process flow and scheduling.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to lead teams.
• Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies.
• Understanding of coaching, counseling, and feedback fundamentals.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in quality assurance and documentation management.
• Familiarity with chemical mixing/metering equipment and robotic stacking equipment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling options
• Employee training and development programs