The Production Manager leads and manages all production activities, ensuring safe and efficient manufacturing while meeting quality standards, production targets, and customer requirements. This role drives operational excellence through leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Lead daily production operations to ensure output meets volume, quality, and cost targets
Conduct regular Gemba walks on the production floor to observe operations, reinforce standards, identify risks, and drive immediate corrective actions
Monitor and optimize process parameters to ensure stable operations and consistent product quality
Analyze machine downtime and scrap trends and address identified issues through corrective actions
Ensure effective shift coverage and coordination across 24/7 production schedules
Learn the basic requirements of all production positions to cover any positions when needed
Validate manufacturing orders accurately and on time within the ERP system
Ensure proper staffing to maintain efficient production on a daily basis
Supervise, coach, and develop production leads and operators
Establish clear expectations, performance goals, and accountability
Support training, qualification, and cross-training of production personnel to cover all positions efficiently and when shorthanded
Evaluate employee performance and ensure consistent adherence to all company policies and procedures
Foster teamwork, engagement, and continuous improvement mindset within the production team
Review and approve employee time off, sick leave, and reported work hours
Ensure strict compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety policies
Ensure safe work practices, including PPE usage, lockout/tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and chemical handling
Lead safety initiatives, incident investigations, and corrective actions related to production activities in collaboration with the QHSE Manager and Plant Manager
Promote a strong safety culture by leading by example and ensuring safety expectations are consistently applied on the production floor
Ensure housekeeping and organizational standards are consistently maintained at all times
Ensure products are manufactured in compliance with specifications, procedures, and quality standards
Partner with Quality to address non-conformances, customer complaints, and process deviations
Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
Create, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Execute production plans in alignment with the production schedule to meet customer demand and maintain appropriate inventory levels
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Prepare and manage the production schedule in the absence of the planner
Communicate production constraints, risks, and priorities to Plant Manager
Identify and lead opportunities to improve, yield, throughput, scrap reduction, and labor productivity
Support Lean manufacturing, problem-solving, and operational excellence initiatives
Assist and support the Engineering team on capital and equipment related projects
Assist with managing costs and department budget
Track and report production KPIs and use data to drive corrective and continuous improvement
Create, implement, and monitor action plans to address objectives that are not meeting targets
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Plant Manager
Requirements
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience in a continuous manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of continuous extrusion processes and industrial manufacturing operations
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Proven leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and environmental regulations
Understanding and practice of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch
Ability to operate production equipment and machinery when needed
Important Details
Schedule: 24/7 production operation
Availability: for calls or emergencies on off hours
About the Company
SOPREMA is a global leader in the manufacturing of innovative roofing, waterproofing, insulation, and building envelope solutions. With a strong commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation, the company has been delivering high-performance products for over 100 years. SOPREMA fosters a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where employees are empowered to make an impact, develop their careers, and contribute to building a better future.
