Production Manager - Metals

PRODUCTION MANAGER

We’re looking for a Production Manager with experience in Aluminum Extrusion or Metals for our client in TN.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in Aluminum Extrusion or a Metal manufacturing operation.
• 3+ years managing supervisors and production teams in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated success improving quality performance, productivity, employee engagement, and operational efficiency.
• Strong understanding of quality systems, process improvement, and manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong leadership, coaching, employee development & conflict resolution skills.
• Proven ability to build high-performing and engaged teams.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing reporting tools.

EDUCATION:

A BS degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or Manufacturing, or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience, may be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Partner closely with Quality, Maintenance, Safety, Human Resources, and Supply Chain teams to drive business results while developing a highly engaged workforce.
• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership to production teams, ensuring efficient manufacturing processes, continuous improvement, and a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
• Direct and oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules, customer requirements, and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, efficiency, scrap, downtime, and labor utilization.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead capacity planning and resource allocation to support current and future business demands.
• Champion a culture of quality throughout the operation, ensuring adherence to customer specifications and internal quality standards.
• Utilize data and root cause analysis tools to drive continuous reduction in scrap, rework, and defects.
• Promote proactive quality ownership across all production employees.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment built on trust, accountability, and teamwork.
• Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and hourly team members to maximize performance and career growth.
• Conduct regular employee communication meetings, shift huddles, and feedback sessions.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives focused on retention, recognition, safety, and development.
• Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, and corrective action when necessary.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Establish action plans to achieve operational and financial performance goals.
• Support implementation of new processes, equipment, and technology improvements.
• Promote a safety-first culture through visible leadership, accountability, and employee involvement.