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Production Manager - 1st shift

SITE Staffing Inc.

Milwaukee, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Budgeting, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation Standards, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Employee Relations, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Expense Tracking, Follow Through, Identify Issues, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing Software, Materials Management, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, OSHA, Operational Audit, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Planning, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Implementation, Process Improvement, Production Control, Production Management, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Support, Production Systems, Profit & Loss, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Requirements, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Schedule Development, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Sustainability, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Milwaukee, WI
POSTED
30+ days ago
Hours: 6am to 3pm Tuesday through Thursday, 1/2 day Friday
Salary: $90-$130,000

Job Summary
The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all daily manufacturing operations. This role requires a leader who builds and motivates the team while prioritizing process discipline, consistency, safety, and accountability while operating within a family-owned business environment. The Production Manager ensures that production systems run reliably, efficiently, and in compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. Success in this role depends on the ability to set clear expectations, enforce standards, analyze data, and make objective decisions.

Key Responsibilities/Job Duties:
  • Oversee end-to-end production operations, ensuring consistent output, quality, and on-time delivery
  • Supervise daily production activities to ensure adherence to established schedules, specifications, and quality standards
  • Track operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions when results fall below expectations
  • Establish, document, and enforce standardized operating procedures across the facility
  • Lead and manage the production staff by setting clear performance expectations
  • Monitor equipment performance and work with the maintenance team to minimize downtime and unplanned disruptions
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and internal safety standards at all times
  • Analyze operational data to identify root causes, trends, and opportunities for improvement
  • Control production budgets, inventory levels, and operational costs to support profitability
  • Align daily operational decisions with long-term business objectives
  • Work cross-functionally with sales, maintenance, quality, and ownership to ensure operational feasibility and follow-through
  • Maintain professional, objective working relationships with employees, suppliers, and customers
  • Manage raw material inventory and finished goods inventory to support production plans
  • Manage production scheduling
  • Reduce waste, rework, and downtime through structured problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts
  • With maintenance manager, schedule preventative maintenance and repairs to protect equipment reliability
  • Ensure all production practices meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
  • Monitor operational expenditures and prepare clear, accurate reports for company leadership
  • Collaborate with sales to confirm production capabilities and delivery commitments
  • Work with shipping, quality, and sales to address product or delivery issues by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
  • Lead process improvement initiatives, including equipment upgrades and workflow optimization
  • Contribute to long-term operational planning, including capacity, sustainability, and growth initiatives
  • Develop, implement, and consistently enforce safety protocols throughout the facility

Qualifications & Skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, operations management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations
  • Proven experience managing supervisors in a production setting
  • Strong understanding of production systems, quality control, and lean manufacturing principles
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions
  • Financial competency in budgeting, cost control, and operational reporting
  • Working knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations applicable to manufacturing
  • Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing-related software
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and consistency
  • Strong work ethic with respect for the long-term sustainability of a family-owned business
  • Hands-on leadership style with a focus on execution and accountability

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SITE Staffing Inc.

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