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Production Manager ( Extrusion )

gpac, Jarrell, Texas, United States, 76537


Job Description

POSITION:

Production Manager - Extrusion (Only those with extrusion manufacturing experience will be considered)LOCATION:

Bell County / Waco, TX (Relo offered if not commutable) Join a leading manufacturer of industrial and consumer products with over 95 years of manufacturing excellence. We're seeking an experienced

Production Manager

to lead our extrusion operations. This role combines technical expertise in rubber and plastic extrusion with strong leadership abilities to drive manufacturing excellence in our multi-shift operation.

Key Responsibilities:Process Leadership:

Optimize extrusion processes for thermoplastic and rubber productsQuality Control:

Ensure consistent product quality through process parameter monitoring and controlTeam Development:

Lead and develop production supervisory teams across multiple shiftsContinuous Improvement:

Implement lean manufacturing methodologies to maximize throughputTechnical Oversight:

Manage die changes, line setups, and preventive maintenance programsProduction Planning:

Coordinate scheduling to optimize equipment utilization and meet customer demandsCost Management:

Control material usage, reduce scrap, and manage operating costs

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience (5-10 years)Extensive experience with extrusion processesStrong background in thermoplastic and rubber processing technologiesUnderstanding of polymer materials and processing parametersExperience with extrusion tooling, die design, and process optimizationKnowledge of ISO 9000 requirements and quality management systemsMinimum 5 years supervisory experience in manufacturingLean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience preferredBilingual English/Spanish a plus

Technical Expertise:

Extrusion process control and troubleshootingMaterial flow characteristics and polymer processingLine speed optimization and quality control measuresEquipment maintenance and tooling managementStatistical process control (SPC) implementation

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary:

$105,000 - $125,000 based on experienceLocation:

Waco, TXBenefits Package:

Comprehensive benefits including:

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance401(k) with company matchLife and Disability insuranceFlexible spending accountPaid time offRelocation Pkg if not already local

For more information or to apply, please contact Jacob Parish directly at jacob.parish@gogpac.com or 850-806-2547.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.