Production Manager

The Production Manager is responsible for leading multiple assembly production lines to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely production of high-quality equipment. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, this position provides leadership and development to Production Supervisors while driving operational performance through a disciplined focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). The Production Manager champions a Lean Manufacturing culture by fostering continuous improvement, eliminating waste, developing high-performing teams, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve operational excellence and meet business objectives.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Ability to work flexible schedule as needed
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with ability to develop strong professional working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Ability to analyze and use good logic
• Capability to plan effectively, set priorities, make sound decisions, and to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to multitask, solve problems, manage time, adapt to changing work conditions, and shift priorities in a fast-paced environment

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and progressively responsible manufacturing leadership experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 7 years of manufacturing experience, including 3 to 5 years in a leadership role overseeing production operations, supervisors, and multiple production lines.
• Experience in a heavy equipment, industrial equipment, automotive, or similar manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen, 5S, visual management, standardized work, and root cause problem-solving.
• Proven ability to develop and lead supervisors and build high-performing teams through coaching, accountability, and performance management.
• Experience using production metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive operational performance and support data-driven decision-making.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, quality systems, inventory control, and workplace safety practices.
• Experience collaborating effectively with Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Materials, Maintenance, and Human Resources in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using ERP/MRP systems.

Please contact Sateva Fox at sateva.fox@bomag.com or +1 (803) 337-0739 to apply for the position.