Labor Solutions Professional is hiring: Production Manager in Chicago

• Production Planning and Scheduling: Collaborate with the planning team to develop production schedules to meet customer demand while maximizing efficiency and output.
• Quality Control: Achieve and maintain top quality on all products made. Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate the production teams, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback and drive continuous improvement.
• Process Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency enhancement and increased output within the production lines.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies, promoting a culture of safety awareness.
• Resource Management: Manage and optimize the use of production resources, including equipment and personnel, to achieve production targets.
• Reporting and Documentation: Generate regular production reports, detailing key performance indicators, production outputs, and any deviations from set targets. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of production processes and procedures.
• Goal Setting & Management: Achieve set goals for efficiency, output, lead time, and headcount.
Qualifications:
• Education & Certifications: Associates or bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or Manufacturing preferred. HS Diploma with equivalent training and experience.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of work in a manufacturing facility managing production and/or quality.

Key Competencies:
• Proven experience in manufacturing or related industries
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• In-depth knowledge of production processes
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer proficiency
• Adaptability and flexibility mindset
• Solid time management skills

Physical Requirements: Long periods of sitting or standing; walking and observing activities in warehouse & production areas.

Working Conditions: Manufacturing plant/Warehouse environment and temperature controlled office environment.