Production Manager Recruitment
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WHY THIS ROLE IS HARD TO HIRE
- Finding Production Managers with direct manufacturing leadership experience can be difficult when employers need reliable delivery against demanding output targets.
- Employers may struggle to find managers who can balance production schedules with quality requirements and changing operational priorities.
- Candidates with technical production knowledge may lack the people-management experience needed to coordinate shifts and maintain consistent team performance.
Brightway helps you find the right talent faster.
Brightway identifies Production Managers with relevant manufacturing experience, production planning capabilities, and team leadership skills aligned with your facility's output, quality, and operational requirements.
About the Production Manager Role
Role Highlights
Industry
Industrial Engineering
Experience
5-10+ Years
Core Specialty
Production Operations
Work Environment
Manufacturing Facilities
Primary Focus
Output and Scheduling
Business Impact
Delivery and Cost Control
What does a Production Manager Do?
Production Planning
Coordinates production schedules, capacity, labor, and materials to meet output requirements and delivery commitments.
Shop-Floor Supervision
Oversees daily manufacturing activities and resolves operational issues affecting production flow and team performance.
Quality and Process Control
Works with quality teams to maintain process standards and address production defects or recurring deviations.
Resource Management
Allocates labor, equipment, and materials to support production targets and efficient facility utilization.
Production Performance Monitoring
Reviews output, downtime, scrap, and schedule adherence metrics to guide operational decisions and corrective actions.
Find a Production Manager to Strengthen Manufacturing Performance
Brightway helps manufacturers identify production leaders who can coordinate teams, maintain output targets, and improve daily operational performance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate daily production schedules and manufacturing priorities.
- Supervise production teams across shifts and work areas.
- Monitor output, downtime, scrap, and schedule adherence.
- Coordinate with quality and maintenance teams to resolve disruptions.
- Manage labor, equipment, and material allocation for production targets.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Experience
5-10+ years in manufacturing or production management.
Education
Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.
Certifications
Lean Six Sigma or production management certification preferred.
CORE SKILLS
MARKET & COMPENSATION INSIGHTS
typical Salary Range
$85,000-$125,000
Performance Bonus
Experience Level
Mid to Senior
Role Demand
High
Hiring Market
Nationwide
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