Production Manager

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Lead daily production activities across manufacturing and assembly operations, including casting, machining, paint, trim, mechanical assembly, and electronic assembly .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeNicholasville • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading manufacturing operations, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in analyzing production data to enhance performance metrics and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

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Lean ManufacturingProduction SupervisionEmployee DevelopmentProblem-SolvingERP/MRP Systems

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing LeadershipProduction SchedulingData AnalysisContinuous Improvement5SKaizenValue Stream MappingA3 Problem-SolvingMachiningAssembly

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMRP SystemsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing OperationsSafety StandardsQuality ControlEmployee EngagementOperational Excellence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead daily production activities across manufacturing and assembly operations, including casting, machining, paint, trim, mechanical assembly, and electronic assembly
Execute production schedules and allocate labor and resources to meet customer and business requirements
Monitor daily performance and address issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost
Provide leadership, support, and accountability on the production floor
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve production challenges and improve operational performance
Supervise, coach, and develop production team leads and frontline employees
Foster accountability, teamwork, engagement, and continuous learning
Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback and development opportunities
Partner with Human Resources on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning
Review and approve employee attendance, timekeeping, and labor utilization
Lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives using 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and A3 problem-solving
Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions to eliminate waste, improve workflow, and increase productivity
Facilitate Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement projects
Establish, monitor, and communicate KPIs for safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and employee engagement
Analyze production data, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions
Ensure performance metrics are visible, understood, and actively managed across production teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Minimum of 5 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including production supervision or management
Proven experience leading team leads, supervisors, and frontline production employees
Demonstrated success implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Experience in machining, assembly, metal fabrication, or related manufacturing environments preferred
Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and operational excellence methodologies
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical abilities
Ability to interpret production data and drive performance improvements
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Travel required: 0%-10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular feedback, training, and development opportunities
Career growth opportunities locally, regionally, or internationally
Diverse and inclusive work environment