Production Manager - Plastics Manufacturing - Base Salary To 90K/Year - Brookhaven, Ms

Production Manager – Plastics Manufacturing – Base Salary to 90k/year – Brookhaven, MS

• Our client is an industry leading flexible packaging manufacturer producing custom polyethylene bags and films for the consumer, food, industrial, and medical industries.
• They are looking to add a Production Manager to the team. The Production Manager will have full responsibility for all aspects relating to the production floor. This person will oversee daily operations while providing strategic input to develop and track key metrics for the department. This role is for their 1st shift team and will oversee 80 employees.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe and efficient workplace by troubleshooting problems, reaching metrics, and promoting a continuous improvement environment
• Develop and manage manufacturing production resources in accordance with objectives and goals
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure orders are processed and align with schedule
• Evaluate manufacturing processes for improvement as needed
• Train and mentor production line staff

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Plastics or related discipline is preferred
• 5+ years working in production for a Plastics Manufacturing plant
• 2+ years overseeing hourly employees in a management/supervisory level role
• Plus for background in blown films, packaging, and/or Plastics Manufacturing
• Working knowledge in overall production environment
• Team player mentality; must be able to collaborate with team members
• Background in food safety is a plus

Compensation:

• Our client is offering up to 90k/year, plus quarterly bonuses. This role also includes a standard benefits package with employer match 401k program.