ICP Group is looking to hire a Production Manager in Phoenix, AZ. Under the direction of the Plant Manager, you will support plant operations by coordinating material movements through the facility from raw material to finished goods. Assist with the on time shipment of products to customers through proper planning of production and shipment of orders. Improve inventory accuracy and turns resulting in reduced working capital. This plant manufactures high-performance concrete floor coatings used in commercial and industrial applications as well as waterproof deck coatings for concrete substrates that offers high durability and low maintenance for exterior use. In this role you will be responsible for the following: • Support Safety and Health guidelines and facilitate a culture of safety that is evident in both visual observations and documented processes and procedures. • Ensure the production area meets all required regulatory Safety (OSHA) and Environmental (EPA Federal, State and Local) requirements and key staff are knowledgeable of those requirements through routine training. • Train and coach production staff on safe and proper execution of their responsibilities. • Monitor quality of all production ensuring quality tests are performed, standards are met, and non-compliant material is addressed immediately. • Assist in the scheduling of the plant and staff workload while maximizing plant efficiency. • Help train operators to support Autonomous Maintenance of the production areas to eliminate downtime and yield loss. • Coordinate with Customer Service/Sales and Purchasing to maintain effective levels of raw material and finished good inventories with a high level of accuracy per item count. • Provide input to the Plant Manager for the development of annual facility and operational capital project plans by providing ideas, data and resources. • Help Plant Manger establish performance goals and targets with subsequent follow up and coaching sessions aimed at improving employees skillset. • Ensure production areas are maintained in a clean and orderly fashion by building a culture that understands and supports those activities. • Monitor KPI's daily to maintain expected levels of performance. • Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and train staff. • Provide monthly updates to management outlining plant objectives and accomplishments. • Coordinate with the corporate lab to perform plant trials as a function of product development. • Establish cost savings targets and communicate progress. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing and/or engineering preferred • 5-10+ years of experience in the chemical, coatings or concrete industry • 5 years of management experience in directing a high performance, manufacturing team with measurable results and improvements. • Demonstrated success in new product development, plant scale-up of new products, and subsequent technical support of launched products. • Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills. • Must demonstrate strong verbal, written, and analytical skills as well as have the ability to interact effectively with plant managers, team leaders and team members. • Proficient in Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook. • Knowledge of Safety and Environmental regulatory requirements associated with manufacturing. • Bilingual strongly preferred (English/Spanish)