Pretium Packaging is hiring: Manufacturing Manager in Cleveland

Manufacturing Manager – Cleveland, OH

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead day‑to‑day production operations at our Cleveland, OH facility. The role focuses on safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals, with a leadership focus on teams of Production Supervisors and Operators.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet production, efficiency, and delivery targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards (OSHA, FDA, ISO).
• Monitor and report plant KPIs; identify and resolve performance gaps.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering to optimize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Lead, coach, and mentor Production Supervisors and hourly employees to build a high‑performance team.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and engagement across all shifts.
• Conduct performance reviews and implement development plans.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate on projects to improve throughput, scrap reduction, and cost savings.
• Support new product introductions and process validation activities.
• Enforce a strong safety culture and rigorously investigate production or quality issues.
• Partner with the Quality team to maintain product and process standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive manufacturing leadership, preferably in plastics, packaging, or high‑speed manufacturing.
• Strong background in Lean/CI, production planning, and process optimization.
• Experience leading in a 24/5 or 24/7 environment.
• ERP system proficiency, IQMS experience a plus.
• Proven leadership and people‑development skills; strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across all organizational levels.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Pretium Packaging

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A collaborative environment focused on excellence and sustainability.

Location: Cleveland, OH

Salary Range: $120,000.00 – $180,000.00