Production Manager

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Production Manager - 1st Shift, at our Conover, NC manufacturing plant.  This position is responsible for the supervision of all production and personnel related functions of the Fiber processing department. 

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence.  The successful candidate will be expected to directly supervise the functions of hourly production personnel and communicate daily with management regarding production, personnel, scheduling, and quality. 

Your additional responsibilities as Production Supervisor will include:

• Responsible for the direction and supervision of hourly employees in the areas of production, quality, safety, and value of order
• Monitor adherence to procedures involving processing of orders and filling out paperwork
• Ensure company policies are being communicated and adhered to company policies
• Management and maintain a safe operation as per all company standards and guidelines
• Establish and maintain a level of quality consistent with customer expectations using Kaizen continuous improvement methods
• Review and approve all department personnel time record on a daily basis

Skills and Requirements

• Intermediate computer skills, including but not limited to, Word and Excel
• Flexibility to work off hours; ability to work extended hours as production warrants
• 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• 1-3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of SAP (preferred but not required)
• Contribute to team building
• Responsible for the overall production operation for 1st and 2nd shifts.

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Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service.