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Production Manager5 Star Recruitment • Ayer, Massachusetts, United States
Production Manager

Production Manager

5 Star Recruitment • Ayer, Massachusetts, United States
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This role will lead manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals while fostering team development and driving continuous improvement across all production processes.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily manufacturing processes to meet or exceed safety, quality, productivity, cost, and team performance targets.
  • Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure performance and drive process improvements.
  • Apply the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) model to analyze root causes and implement lasting solutions when goals are not met.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput, eliminate waste, and improve scheduling and efficiency.

  • Supervise, coach, and develop manufacturing team members to ensure consistent performance and engagement.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and quality requirements, including GMPs, SOPs, OSHA, and FDA standards.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and employee involvement across all operations.
  • Oversee material availability, product quality, and on-time delivery through effective resource allocation.
  • Facilitate daily and weekly operational reviews to ensure alignment with short- and long-term production goals.
  • Support new product launches in collaboration with business and production teams.
  • Lead workforce planning and training programs to build flexibility and ensure succession readiness.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    • MUST HAVES :

  • Minimum 5 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment in food, beverage, biotech, or pharmaceutical
  • Proven success implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Working knowledge of Daily Management Systems, Lean principles, GMPs, SOPs, OSHA, and FDA regulations preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate teams and foster a positive, high-performance culture.
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    Production Manager • Ayer, Massachusetts, United States