Production Manager Stoughton, WI - Full TimeProductive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at our customer's facility in Stoughton, WI. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be a results-driven Production Manager who will lead sheet metal manufacturing operations at a high-volume fabrication facility. This role is responsible for overseeing production performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring safety and quality standards, and leading a diverse team of manufacturing professionals. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in sheet metal fabrication, proven manufacturing leadership experience, and a passion for developing teams while driving operational excellence.
This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.
Duties:- Lead daily operations within sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing departments to ensure production, quality, safety, and delivery goals are achieved.
- Manage and develop supervisors, fabricators, and direct labor personnel through coaching, training, and performance management.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
- Drive operational efficiency through Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Oversee production processes involving cutting, punching, laser operations, press brake forming, welding, and assembly.
- Monitor production schedules and coordinate resources to maximize throughput while maintaining quality standards.
- Partner with engineering, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve processes.
- Utilize production metrics and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:- 5-7 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience in a production or operations environment.
- Previous leadership experience within sheet metal fabrication operations.
- Experience managing a significant portion of a manufacturing facility or production operation.
- Demonstrated success leading, motivating, cross-training, and developing diverse manufacturing teams.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and comprehensive understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes, including:
- Laser cutting
- Punching
- Press brake forming
- Welding
- Assembly operations
- Experience implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
Preferred:- Experience working with Trumpf automation equipment, including: Trumpf Lasers, Bend Cells, TruPunch Systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities.
- Experience in a high-volume fabrication or industrial manufacturing environment.
As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.
We Offer Competitive Benefits:
- Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance available
- Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance available
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
- Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
- Health Savings Account (HSA) Programs available
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Care Support Program complimentary health advocacy program provides 24/7 assistance.
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Caregiver Support Programs
- Financial Wellbeing Support
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Training and Development
