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The Senior Production Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of production operations, ensuring strategic alignment with organizational goals. This role involves high-level decision-making, performance optimization, cross-functional collaboration, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The Senior Manager is a key contributor to business planning and operational excellence.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the end-to-end production operations, ensuring alignment with company strategy and business goals
Oversee the execution of production plans, maintaining strict compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards
Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies
Develop and implement strategic initiatives that improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency
Act as a strategic partner across departments including Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to align production goals with business needs
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and lead data-driven decisions to optimize throughput, yield, and labor efficiency
Ensure proactive equipment and facility maintenance strategies are in place to minimize downtime and maximize asset performance
Mentor and develop production leadership teams, fostering a high-performance culture and talent succession pipeline
Lead capacity planning and scalability strategies to support business growth, new product introductions, and market demand
Manage operational risk, implement contingency plans, and ensure business continuity within the production area
Promote and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Environmental, Health, and Safety standards (EHS), and ISO compliance
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or production management
Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies
Strong background in cost reduction, project management, and operational optimization
Deep understanding of MRP/ERP systems and data analytics for manufacturing performance
Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and large-scale operations
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and production software tools
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Nice to have:
Master's degree or MBA
What we offer:
Competitive compensation package including annual bonus
Generous benefits package including major medical expenses and life insurance
Vacation days
Paid time off
Christmas bonus
Food vouchers
Savings fund
Career developmental opportunities
A company culture that prioritizes internal development