Production Manager
Gilder Search Group, Columbia, SC, United States
Expert Connections -Liberty, SC, United States
Our client is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations across capacitor production lines in Liberty, SC . This role is well suited for a Manufacturing or Process Engineer with 3–5 years of manufacturing supervisory experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets
Champion a strong culture of safety, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and standard work
Maintain visible leadership presence on the shop floor and proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities
Partner with Production Control to plan and execute weekly production schedules aligned with customer demand
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, process stability, throughput, and labor efficiency
Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools, including standard work, visual management, root cause analysis, and KPI tracking
Control scrap, rework, and delinquencies while managing key manufacturing cost elements such as labor and supplies
Support new product introductions, process changes, and cross-functional improvement efforts
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
3–5 years of manufacturing supervisory or management experience
Strong background in manufacturing operations, process improvement, or industrial engineering
Demonstrated success leading Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives
Experience leading teams and collaborating across Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations
Data‑driven, hands‑on leader with strong problem‑solving and communication skills
Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment with extended shop‑floor presence
Opportunity to step into a high‑impact leadership role with direct influence on shop‑floor performance
Environment focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and accountability
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), flexible PTO, and paid holidays
Strong professional development and long‑term growth opportunities within a stable manufacturing organization
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Our client is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations across capacitor production lines in Liberty, SC . This role is well suited for a Manufacturing or Process Engineer with 3–5 years of manufacturing supervisory experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets
Champion a strong culture of safety, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and standard work
Maintain visible leadership presence on the shop floor and proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities
Partner with Production Control to plan and execute weekly production schedules aligned with customer demand
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, process stability, throughput, and labor efficiency
Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools, including standard work, visual management, root cause analysis, and KPI tracking
Control scrap, rework, and delinquencies while managing key manufacturing cost elements such as labor and supplies
Support new product introductions, process changes, and cross-functional improvement efforts
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
3–5 years of manufacturing supervisory or management experience
Strong background in manufacturing operations, process improvement, or industrial engineering
Demonstrated success leading Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives
Experience leading teams and collaborating across Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations
Data‑driven, hands‑on leader with strong problem‑solving and communication skills
Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment with extended shop‑floor presence
Opportunity to step into a high‑impact leadership role with direct influence on shop‑floor performance
Environment focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and accountability
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), flexible PTO, and paid holidays
Strong professional development and long‑term growth opportunities within a stable manufacturing organization
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