Production Manager Job

Production Manager JOB TITLE: Production Manager (Salary Range: $96,500 - $145,000 pending experience) JOB LOCATION: Paulsboro, NJ JOB SUMMARY: The Production Manager oversees daily production operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing while leading supervisors and operators to achieve site objectives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage production resources to meet operational objectives. • Develop and execute EHS programs to achieve zero safety/environmental incidents. • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM (where applicable), and Bostik EHS expectations. • Create and manage daily production schedules. • Develop staff capabilities to support operational goals. • Measure and improve operational efficiency continuously. • Coordinate production activities with Purchasing, Logistics, and Maintenance departments. • Ensure all required EHS and Quality training is completed for team members. • Enforce compliance with company policies and best practices. • Coordinate with Corporate EHS, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service, HR, and Supply Chain. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TECHNICAL SKILLS/BEHAVIORAL SKILLS: • BS or MS in Engineering or related discipline. • 5–10 years experience in supervision, operations management, or engineering. • 3–5 years experience in project management, process engineering, and regulatory compliance. • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to lead effectively in a team environment. • Adaptable to change and capable of leading change. • Experience with Lean or Six Sigma manufacturing principles. • Ability to manage competing priorities. • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TECHNICAL SKILLS/BEHAVIORAL SKILLS: Experience with large‑scale manufacturing systems and enterprise systems; strong leadership and continuous improvement background. REPORTING STRUCTURE: Reports to Plant Manager. Oversees three Production Supervisors and associated operators. WORKPLACE TYPE: On‑site manufacturing environment; approximately 35% of time on the production floor. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Minimal travel required; may include occasional business‑related travel.