Job Description
Production Manager - Kentucky
An advanced manufacturing organization supporting next-generation energy storage technologies is seeking a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations within a high-performance industrial environment. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, maintaining high safety and quality standards, and supporting the production of specialty materials used in critical industrial and battery-related applications.
The successful candidate will lead site production activities while promoting a strong culture of safety, reliability, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute production plans to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining the highest quality standards.
- Optimize utilization of manpower, equipment, and raw materials across all operating shifts.
- Lead production quality control efforts to achieve operational and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable ISO, IATF, and internal quality standards.
- Develop and manage production budgets while controlling operating expenses and improving cost efficiency.
- Drive operational reliability by reducing process variability and improving manufacturing consistency.
- Lead, coach, and develop production personnel while supporting performance-based management initiatives.
- Coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams to align operational priorities and site objectives.
- Support implementation and maintenance of environmental, health, safety, and quality management systems in accordance with applicable industry standards.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required.
- Minimum of five years of manufacturing experience, including at least three years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Manufacturing process control
- Chemical or process manufacturing operations
- Production planning and capacity management
- Budget development and cost control
- Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Product specifications and process variation control
- Industrial safety systems and permitting processes
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities.
This opportunity offers a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on innovation, operational excellence, and employee development. The organization supports technologies critical to the evolving global energy and advanced materials markets.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | KY |
| Industry | Accounting and Auditing Services |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1979 |
| Website | http://www.rwr.com |
About Company
When Richard, Wayne & Roberts began in 1979, our goal was to operate on a level of professionalism commensurate with that of the companies we work for. We strive to be a business partner, a resource our clients can turn to with confidence to fill key positions in their companies.
Based on our repeat business rate (more than 70 percent of our assignments come from existing clients), we have proven that we are a trustworthy partner. Our recruiters all specialize in a particular industry. Because they do, they know exactly where to start looking for qualified candidates. They also understand special terminology, grasp job requirements quickly, and can better evaluate candidates. Finally, they know what the salary structures are and can help you formulate competitive offers.
We dedicate our work to the development and success of the recruiters we hire, the clients we represent, and the candidates we serve. Richard, Wayne and Roberts' goal is to leave a legacy of lives more fulfilled by our commitment to each of our candidates' and clients' unique talents and needs.
With over 40 years of successful service as a professional search firm, RWR consistently ranks in the Top 5 Permanent Placement Recruiting Firms by the Houston Business Journal; and as one of the Best Professional Recruiting and Executive Search Firms in America, by Forbes.
We recruit on a local, national, and international basis as required for each client engagement.
We are client-focused, keeping you our top priority throughout the placement process.
As an external representative of your company, we assure all candidates are treated with honesty and respect throughout the job search process, and we pride ourselves on communicating feedback promptly.
Skills
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Budget Managementunmatched
- Capacity Managementunmatched
- Chemical Processesunmatched
- Coachingunmatched
- Continuous Improvementunmatched
- Cost Controlunmatched
- Cross-Functionalunmatched
- Customer Satisfactionunmatched
- Environmental Healthunmatched
- ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
- Industry Standardsunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Maintain Complianceunmatched
- Manufacturingunmatched
- Manufacturing Managementunmatched
- Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
- Manufacturing Operations Managementunmatched
- Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
- Operational Expenditure (OPEX)unmatched
- Performance Managementunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Process Control Engineeringunmatched
- Process Improvementunmatched
- Process Manufacturingunmatched
- Production Controlunmatched
- Production Managementunmatched
- Production Planningunmatched
- Production Supportunmatched
- Quality Controlunmatched
- Quality Managementunmatched
- Quality Metricsunmatched
- Safety Standardsunmatched
- Safety Systemsunmatched
- Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
- Technical Supportunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
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