5+ years of experience in injection/blow molding industry, preferably in packaging manufacturing.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
BS degree in Manufacturing Technology or equivalent industry experience preferred.
Progressive knowledge of injection/blow molding processes and equipment.
Familiarity with Hazard Materials Regulations.
Responsibilities
Lead all plant manufacturing operations and interact with various teams.
Ensure adherence to food product safety procedures and instructions.
Refine product lines and manufacturing processes for efficiency.
Investigate and implement advancements in tooling and equipment.
Assist in developing new product specifications and testing.
Provide leadership and direction to Production Supervisors on employee matters.
Manage daily production schedules and machine status effectively.
Benefits
Fully climate-controlled working environment year-round.
Opportunities for creative leadership in improving efficiencies.
Supportive team environment with interaction across departments.
Full Job Description
Job Description
As of May 2026, our Indianapolis plant is now fully-climate controlled to ensure a comfortable working environment year-round.
The Production Manager is responsible for all plant manufacturing. This position leads or interacts with shift supervisors, operators, engineers, management, maintenance, and customers.
This position must know Blow Mold tooling, efficient manufacturing techniques, production scheduling, safety and housekeeping, and maintenance requirements.
Provide ongoing support to plant injection/blow molding operations to insure quality and delivery performance for the plant.
Ensures daily adherence to defined procedures and instructions for all food product safety element.
Refine existing product lines and processes.
Investigate and implement advances in tooling, molds and equipment.
Evaluate and implement material advances.
Assist in new product specifications and product refinements.
Assist in new product testing.
Resource for mold and equipment repairs.
Lead the Plant safety program .
Provide creative leadership in improving operating efficiencies.
Provide counseling, leadership and direction to the Production (Shift) Supervisors on employee issues and corrective action.
Interview and select new production employees.
Provide direction daily on production schedules, machine status, unscheduled down times and the efficient utilization of manpower.
Understands and follows Hazard Materials Regulations 49 CFR Part 172.704 (a)(1) General awareness/familiarization training, (a)(3) Safety training, and (a)(4) Security awareness training.
Communicate effectively with other departments and shifts
Requirements:
This position requires a minimum 5 years experience in a related position in the injection/blow molding industry, with a preferred background in packaging manufacturing. Strong leadership and communication skills. BS degree in Manufacturing Technology (or equivalent industry experience) preferred. The position requires progressive knowledge of the injection/blow molding process, molding equipment and mold tooling.
