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The Manufacturing Production Manager is a high-impact leadership role at our Ocala, Florida manufacturing plant, responsible for driving excellence in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and employee engagement. This is a hands-on manufacturing leadership position within a medium-sized, 24/7 operation featuring 20+ production lines, four production supervisors, and approximately 70 hourly manufacturing employees. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives on the plant floor, enjoys developing frontline talent, and knows how to translate strategy into consistent production results. With continued growth and an exciting transition to a brand-new manufacturing facility planned for Fall 2026, this position offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the site and influence how the next generation of manufacturing operations is built.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and oversee multi-shift manufacturing production operations in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment
Build, coach, and develop four production supervisors, strengthening frontline leadership capability
Foster a safety-first manufacturing culture, ensuring consistent compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Drive performance across safety, quality, cost, productivity, and employee engagement metrics
Engage and motivate approximately 70 hourly manufacturing employees across 20+ operating lines
Lead continuous improvement efforts to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve throughput
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and HR partners
Play a key role in site growth initiatives, including preparation for the transition to a new facility in Fall 2026
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Business, or engineering, preferred
5-7 years manufacturing leadership experience or equivalent applicable experience
Manufacturing background is mandatory
Nice to have:
Experience with TPM deployment and sustainment
Able to teach and communicate in simple, impactful terms
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
Experience ramping up production at a manufacturing facility
Can think strategically, execute a chosen direction and deliver results