Are you an experienced and driven leader with a passion for optimizing production processes and mentoring teams? Our client is seeking a skilled Production Manager to join their team near Bennington, VT. This role is critical to ensuring smooth operations, meeting production goals, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities of the Production Manager will include:

• Analyze and enhance manufacturing workflows to reduce cycle times and increase efficiency.
• Drive daily production progress by proactively resolving obstacles and maintaining momentum.
• Plan manpower and machine utilization to achieve long-term objectives.
• Monitor and mentor team leads and supervisors to improve operational efficiency and management skills.
• Develop and hold leads and supervisors accountable for meeting deadlines and goals.
• Make on-the-spot decisions to maintain production flow and address challenges.
• Create employee schedules to align with company needs.
• Implement process control techniques to improve quality, cost reduction, and throughput.
• Collaborate with engineering on tooling and design to ensure efficient production methods.
• Work with vendors to specify and purchase equipment, parts, and materials.
• Estimate staffing, production times, and costs to support operational decision-making.
• Coordinate technical training for employees to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide engineering support.
• Coordinate maintenance tasks with internal technicians and external vendors.
• Approve timecards, manage time-off requests, and uphold company policies and objectives.