Michael Page
Production Manager Job at Michael Page in Temecula
Michael Page, Temecula, CA, United States, 92591
- Growth Opportunity
- Leadership Opportunity
My client is a well known personal care manufacturer known for a wide range of products designed for personal hygiene, grooming, and wellness, including items such as skincare, haircare, cosmetics, and body care products.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Production Planning & Scheduling:
- Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to ensure timely and efficient product manufacturing.
- Coordinate production timelines and resources to meet customer demands while minimizing downtime and inefficiencies.
- Team Management:
- Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of production workers, technicians, and operators.
- Conduct regular training and performance reviews to ensure staff are highly skilled, engaged, and compliant with safety and quality standards.
- Foster a positive and collaborative team culture, promoting high levels of morale and productivity.
- Quality Control & Compliance:
- Oversee quality assurance processes to ensure products meet all regulatory standards, customer specifications, and internal quality requirements.
- Monitor production lines for quality defects and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other relevant industry regulations (e.g., FDA, OSHA).
- Process Improvement:
- Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
- Implement lean manufacturing principles and other continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production operations.
- Identify bottlenecks or production issues and resolve them in a timely manner.
- Equipment & Maintenance Management:
- Ensure all production equipment is maintained, calibrated, and functioning at peak performance.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team to schedule regular preventive maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues as they arise.
- Health & Safety:
- Promote a culture of safety within the production environment, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
- Conduct safety training and audits to minimize workplace accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
- Inventory & Resource Management:
- Manage raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory to ensure a smooth production flow and avoid delays.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely delivery of materials and avoid stockouts.
- Reporting & Documentation:
- Prepare and present regular production reports, including KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) such as production efficiency, downtime, and quality metrics.
- Maintain accurate production records, including shift reports, material usage, and equipment maintenance logs.
The Successful Applicant
The ideal production manager from personal care manufacturing candidate will have these qualifications.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in a production management role, preferably in the personal care, cosmetics, or FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry.
- Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and health & safety regulations (e.g., GMP, OSHA, FDA).
- Proven experience managing teams and driving performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze and solve complex production problems.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
- Proficiency with production management software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Not for New York City Applicants.
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
- Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
What's on Offer
Production Manager candidates will be offered a package of Compensation and Benefits Including:
- Competitive salary based on experience up to 125k
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Bonus Opportunity
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
- Retirement plan options (e.g., 401(k)).
- Opportunities for career advancement in a growing company
Contact
Brinn Borowsky
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6603678