Production Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Production Manager

South Bend, Indiana

What is Molding Products :

Molding Products, a division of IP Corporation, is a leading manufacturer of sheet molding compound (SMC) materials used in automotive, electrical, and industrial applications. As part of the IP Corporation family—alongside Interplastic, North American Composites, and HK Research—we are committed to delivering top-tier composite solutions with consistency, innovation, and customer focus.

What is a Production Manager :

We are seeking a results-driven Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our South Bend, IN facility. This individual will be responsible for ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, operational excellence, and a continuous improvement mindset to our plant floor.

What you’ll do as a Production Manager :

• Lead and manage all aspects of production operations, including scheduling, staffing, safety, quality, and performance metrics
• Maintain and promote a world-class safety program, with a strong focus on continuously improving the site's safety culture.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Safety, Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to ensure production goals and customer expectations are consistently met.
• Coach team members on safety protocols, performance data, quality standards, and productivity goals to drive accountability and improvement.
• Offer leadership, guidance, and ongoing training to both direct and indirect production staff, fostering a high-performing and engaged team environment.
• Monitor production data and implement strategies to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and optimize material usage
• Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma principles
• Report on KPIs and provide regular updates to Plant Manager and senior leadership

What we are looking for in a Production Manager :

Why Molding Products?

Molding Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. If you are an experienced customer service professional with a strong background in manufacturing, we encourage you to apply and join our team!

The annual salary range below is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate / annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include but are not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

Pay Transparency Range

$117,682.00—$147,610.00 USD