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Contract type:

Permanent

Salary:

$85,000 – $100,000 / year

Location:

Lexington, KY, USA

Work mode:

Onsite

Published on:

22 September 2026

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Job details:

Production Manager | Manufacturing Leadership + Lean Operations + Process Improvement + Team Development + Grow Into Plant Leadership This Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Dennis

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Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us: We are an established manufacturer serving industrial customers with high-performance molded products used in demanding applications. Our reputation has been built on delivering exceptional quality, dependable customer service, and innovative manufacturing solutions.

We are seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations within a fast-paced industrial production facility. This individual will oversee production personnel, including Mold Technicians, while driving operational efficiency, product quality, employee development, and workplace safety.

This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, improving processes, and leading teams toward operational excellence.

Why join us? Opportunity to make an immediate impact on plant operations

Highly visible leadership role with significant autonomy

Collaborative leadership team committed to continuous improvement

Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth

Invested in Lean initiatives and operational excellence

Opportunity to build and develop your own production team

Career advancement path toward Plant Manager or Operations Manager

Competitive compensation and benefits

Company committed to employee development and internal promotion

Job Details Responsibilities:

Production & Operations

Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, including molding, curing, finishing, and material flow.

Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.

Monitor production performance, downtime, scrap, and labor efficiency.

Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing, Shipping, and Maintenance to maximize production output.

Ensure equipment and labor resources are utilized efficiently.

Leadership:

Supervise, coach, and develop production employees and Mold Technicians.

Establish performance expectations and promote accountability.

Recruit, train, mentor, and retain top manufacturing talent.

Foster a positive culture centered on teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement:

Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce waste.

Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and implement standard work.

Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions.

Partner with Engineering to improve tooling, molds, and manufacturing processes.

Quality:

Ensure products consistently meet quality standards.

Work closely with Quality to resolve defects and implement corrective actions.

Maintain accurate production reporting and documentation.

Safety:

Champion a strong safety culture throughout the facility.

Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.

Promote safe handling of equipment, molds, and production materials.

Equipment:

Oversee proper operation of manufacturing equipment and tooling.

Coordinate preventive maintenance activities.

Support equipment upgrades and capital improvement projects.

Qualifications:

5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience

Experience leading production teams in a hands-on manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of production scheduling and manufacturing operations

Proven leadership experience driving productivity and employee engagement

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles

Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with molding, polyurethane, polymers, or similar manufacturing processes

Experience managing Mold Technicians or tooling-intensive operations

Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience

Experience in industrial, batch, or process manufacturing

What Success Looks Like:

Production goals consistently achieved

Reduced scrap, downtime, and rework

Strong employee engagement and accountability

Continuous process improvements

Safe, organized, and efficient production environment

High product quality and on-time customer deliveries

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