# Production Manager - 1461

> SP Associates · Columbia, United States · — · Posted 2026-06-18

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

**Position Summary**

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations within a high-volume industrial textile and engineered materials facility. The Production Manager will oversee production supervisors, operators, and support teams across multiple shifts and manufacturing processes.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Lead day-to-day production operations in a continuous manufacturing environment.
-   Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer demand and plant objectives.
-   Monitor KPIs including safety, quality, efficiency, scrap, downtime, and on-time delivery.
-   Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
-   Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to address bottlenecks and process issues.
-   Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company policies.
-   Lead root-cause investigations related to quality, equipment performance, and production losses.
-   Manage labor utilization, staffing plans, and operating costs within budget targets.
-   Support capital improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and process optimization initiatives.
-   Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

**Qualifications**

-   Bachelor's degree in Textile, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management.
-   5–10 years of manufacturing leadership experience with at least 3 years in a Production Manager or Operations Manager role.
-   Experience in textile manufacturing, fiber production, polymers, automotive materials, or other continuous-process manufacturing environments preferred.
-   Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies.
-   Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and production reporting tools.
-   Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

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