Production Manager
$130,000–$150,000 year
On-sitePutnam, Connecticut, United States
Job Summary
Lead the safe operation of a multi-shift manufacturing organization through EHS management systems, risk reduction, and continuous improvement practices. Ensure product quality and process compliance via adherence to quality systems, standardized work, and effective problem-solving methodologies. Deliver customer requirements by achieving production schedules, shipment commitments, and operational performance objectives. Optimize inventory, labor utilization, capacity, and operational resources to support business objectives and changing customer demand. Drive productivity, cost, and operational performance improvements through Lean Manufacturing, DBS, and continuous improvement initiatives. Develop frontline leaders and build organizational capability through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and talent development. Lead data-driven problem solving through visual management, root cause analysis, Kaizen activities, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver sustainable operational improvements. Located in Putnam, CT, this on-site role reports to the Operations Director.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical, engineering, business, or related field
- Demonstrated progressive leadership experience within manufacturing or operations environments
- Leadership and development of frontline leaders, including supervisors, team leads, or equivalent manufacturing roles
- Application of EHS management systems and 5S practices to drive a safe and compliant manufacturing operation
- Utilization of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or equivalent operational excellence methodologies
- Management of production staffing, labor utilization, overtime, and operational resources to support business objectives
- Development of performance metrics, datasets, and visual management systems to drive root cause analysis and sustainable countermeasures
- Ability to travel less than 10% for Kaizen events, workshops, and professional development activities
- On-site role in Putnam, CT
Desired Qualifications
- Leading manufacturing operations within a regulated industry, such as life sciences, medical device, aerospace, or other highly controlled production environments
- Application of the Danaher Business System (DBS) or similar business operating systems
- Leading organizational change, capacity expansion, or operational transformation initiatives
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