Ajulia Executive Search · 17 hours ago
Production Manager
Brentwood, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
8+ years expAjulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. They are seeking a Production Manager to support the development of manufacturing and assembly business plans and drive lean manufacturing transformation. The role involves leading plant operations, championing continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
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Responsibilities
Supports the development of manufacturing and assembly business plans, including operations strategy, staffing plans, and budget development
Drives lean manufacturing transformation by expanding employee knowledge and engagement in continuous improvement using tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, and SMED
Works cross-functionally to identify opportunities, remove barriers, and implement operational improvements
Ensures adherence to ISO requirements and leads corrective actions to address quality concerns
Champions continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce scrap and rework, and track performance through key metrics
Provides overall leadership of plant operations by setting clear priorities and strategic direction for manufacturing and assembly functions
Delivers strong operational results by consistently achieving cost, quality, and delivery goals while improving efficiency and operational performance
Serves as a visible safety leader, fostering a culture of accountability and proactive risk management across manufacturing and assembly
Leads, develops, and inspires manufacturing and assembly teams to achieve objectives aligned with the company's strategic business plan
Coaches and supports managers, supervisors, and team leads to strengthen leadership capability and operational execution
Partners with foremen and supervisors on employee performance evaluations and disciplinary processes
Establishes, maintains, and continuously improves production standards across all manufacturing operations
Leads and supports supervisors and team leads to ensure effective execution of production plans
Determines resource requirements and operational actions needed to meet customer demand
Deploys value stream-aligned organizational structures and daily management processes to enhance team flexibility and performance
Improves integration of internal processes to increase material visibility and support on-time-to-request (OTTR) delivery
Defines and implements standardized work for module assembly operations
Reinforces standard work, process discipline, and consistent operating practices
Implements One Piece Flow (OPF), producing one press at a time in alignment with established takt times
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 8 years of experience in a manufacturing operation
Knowledge of SOCDM metrics
Knowledge of PDCA format
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Lean Manufacturing certification desired
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
EAP
401K
401K Matching
Tuition Reimbursement
HAS
Paid Time Off
Direct Hire
Company
Ajulia Executive Search
Ajulia Executive Search is a staffing and recruiting company that provides executive searches and staffing services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase