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Production Manager- Advanced Manufacturing- Malden MA

Malden, Massachusetts Permanent USD85,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
Lead a growing precision manufacturing operation, driving production performance, continuous improvement initiatives, and team development across the facility. This role is ideal for a hands-on manufacturing leader with experience in machining or industrial production environments who is passionate about operational excellence, employee engagement, and business growth.
  • Lead operations for a growing precision manufacturing facility
  • Drive continuous improvement, productivity, and operational excellence

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established precision manufacturing organization serving customers across highly regulated industrial markets. The company specializes in producing complex machined components and is seeking an experienced operations leader to drive manufacturing performance, employee development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Description

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations across a single-site production facility, overseeing supervisors, leads, and a team of 20+ employees.
  • Manage production schedules and resource allocation to maximize productivity, efficiency, and on-time delivery performance.
  • Provide leadership in employee development through coaching, training, performance management, and succession planning.
  • Drive strategic initiatives focused on profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term business growth.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory standards.
  • Oversee budgeting activities, operational reporting, and performance metrics to support business objectives.
  • Identify, justify, and support capital investment projects that improve manufacturing capabilities and operational performance.
  • Champion Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on waste reduction, cost control, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to align operational priorities with overall company goals.
  • Lead problem-solving efforts, implement corrective actions, and drive sustainable process improvements throughout the facility.
  • Support vendor management and cost-reduction initiatives to improve operational performance and profitability.



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The Successful Applicant

A successful Manufacturing Operations Leader should have:

  • Bachelor's degree, technical degree, trade certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience within a machining, metalworking, precision manufacturing, or industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Proven success managing production teams, supervisors, and cross-functional manufacturing operations.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, quality systems, and operational excellence principles.
  • Experience with production planning, scheduling, budgeting, and KPI management.
  • Ability to lead cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery performance.
  • Strong business acumen with a proven ability to align operational strategies with organizational goals.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with experience interacting with executive leadership, customers, and production teams.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and reporting tools.
  • Ability to support operations across multiple shifts in a hands-on manufacturing environment.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary ranging from $85,000 - $120,000 depending on experience.
  • Opportunity to lead manufacturing operations with a high degree of visibility and impact.
  • Stable organization with strong leadership support and long-term growth potential.
  • Career advancement opportunities within a growing manufacturing environment.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunity to drive strategic operational improvements and shape facility performance.
Contact
Lourdes Rodriguez
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7138106

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Malden
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lourdes Rodriguez
Job Reference
JN-102026-7138106
 

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