Manufacturing Production Manager Jobs in Spring Hill, TN

Taylor Corporation has big plans for the future and we need talented leaders to get us there. We power the world's leading brands - and our employees' careers - by unlocking potential everywhere we see it. If you love to lead, are open to new ideas and inspire the best in others, we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for professionals like you.

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Taylor Corporation is looking for a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations and develop a strong production leadership team. This role requires someone who can balance hands-on floor leadership with the metrics, systems and business side of the operation. The right person will be comfortable leading through change, developing supervisors and improving overall production performance.

To be considered for Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

• Lead day-to-day production operations with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor.
• Develop and coach Production Supervisors, building leadership capability and accountability across the team.
• Monitor production performance, KPIs and operational metrics and use the data to identify issues and drive improvement.
• Understand and manage the full production flow from materials through manufacturing, shipping and distribution.
• Identify and address production, equipment and workflow issues that impact safety, quality, productivity or delivery.
• Lead operational and cultural change while building trust and credibility with long-tenured employees.
• Manage production budgets and maintain appropriate control of labor and operating costs.
• Utilize ERP systems to support production planning, inventory, shipping and overall plant operations.
• Partner with other departments and senior leadership to support business priorities and production goals.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and implement changes that strengthen processes, team performance and overall results.

• Strong production or manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience leading and developing supervisors and production teams.
• Strong understanding of production flow, equipment and manufacturing operations.
• Experience working with production metrics and KPIs and the ability to speak to measurable results.
• Experience managing budgets and controlling operating costs.
• Experience using a full ERP system within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to balance hands-on floor leadership with the administrative, systems and business requirements of a management role.

• Approximately 3-4 years of Production Manager experience, or strong Production Supervisor experience with demonstrated readiness to move into a manager role.
• Experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading an operation or team through significant operational or cultural change.
• A track record of building teams, developing leaders and improving production performance.

About Taylor Corporation
One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world's most recognizable brands.
With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.