Production Manager - Industrial Mixing - Guilford CT

Production Manager Industrial Mixing Guilford, CT

Lead a skilled production team in industrial equipment manufacturing. Performance bonus and leadership development opportunities.

A privately owned manufacturer of engineered industrial mixing equipment, serving Fortune 500 clients across diverse process industries. The company is experiencing strong growth and offers a collaborative, performance-driven culture.

Job Description

Manage production operations including machinists, welders, and assemblers. Develop and execute manufacturing plans to ensure on-time delivery and quality. Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvements. Improve production planning and purchasing coordination. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and team achievement. Coach and mentor team members to maximize performance and quality. Conduct performance reviews and enforce company policies. Support hiring and onboarding of new production staff. Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and customer service teams. Promote open communication and a team-first approach.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Proven experience managing manufacturing operations with machining as a core process. Background in low-volume job shop production environments. Demonstrated success in implementing manufacturing plans and process improvements. Experience leading teams of 15+ employees. Certified in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green / BlackBelt required). Strong engineering mindset with data-driven problem-solving skills. Familiarity with MRP systems, P&L management, and Excel. Strong leadership qualities : accountable, team-oriented, disciplined, and approachable.

What's on Offer

Full-time Production Manager role. $105K-$115K base salary plus performance bonus. Opportunity to lead and grow a high-performing manufacturing team. Work in a dynamic, engineering-driven environment. Career development and leadership training.