Employbridge is hiring: Production Manager (Indianapolis) in Indianapolis

Production Manager - 1st Shift

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Position Overview

A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily operations at its Indianapolis facility. This role is responsible for driving safe, efficient, and high-quality production while leading and developing production teams in a fast-paced environment. The Production Manager will partner closely with cross-functional teams to meet customer demand, improve processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day production operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets are met
• Supervise, coach, and develop production supervisors and hourly team members
• Plan and coordinate production schedules to align with customer requirements and business objectives
• Track and analyze key performance indicators including safety, quality, scrap, downtime, and throughput
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, and waste elimination
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to resolve production issues
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management efforts within production
• Participate in process improvement, equipment upgrades, and capital planning initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or senior Production Supervisor in a manufacturing environment
• Background in automotive, plastics, injection molding, or component manufacturing strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams on the production floor
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and performance metrics
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth potential
• Opportunity to lead plant-level operations and influence performance
• Hands-on leadership role with visibility across operations
• Team-oriented culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement