PRODUCTION MANAGER

The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing the manufacturing process, ensuring efficient production, maintaining high-quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lean production methodologies and a proven track record of implementing lean principles to optimize production processes. The Production Manager will support the Plant Manager and the business by managing production and costs according to corporate rules and from a Lean Production perspective. Responsibilities include collaborating with Production Supervisors to manage production, working with the HR Manager for the development and retention of resources, and leading projects for continuous improvement, cost reduction, and waste elimination in the production process. The Production Manager will also manage the production schedule with the support of the Supply Chain department. Key responsibilities include: Manage and oversee daily production operations to ensure timely and efficient production of high-quality products in compliance with the Stanley Black & Decker guidelines. Record the production processes and guidelines with the support of production Supervisors to obtain a consistent operational view of the business. Check and monitor defined KPIs to evaluate production performance. Contribute to solving efficiency and productivity issues across various departments by analyzing weekly results. Collaborate with the Supply Chain department to develop and ensure the execution of production schedules, ensuring alignment with company goals. Lead the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and practices across the production floor. Utilize lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Kanban to streamline processes and eliminate waste. Conduct regular lean audits and training sessions for staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Monitor the schedule of production projects and report their status. Suggest projects that guarantee savings for the company based on targets defined by both the Corporate and the Plant Manager. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure products meet or exceed quality standards. Implement and maintain quality control processes to minimize defects and ensure consistent product quality. Supervise, mentor, and develop production team members, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment. Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and implement development plans to enhance team performance. Support Standard Work definition (standard costs) in collaboration with the Plant Manager and the Plant Controller for operations and production processes. Evaluate new product insourcing or optimization strategies in collaboration with the engineering department, with a focus on cost reduction. We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too. Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven, and highly collaborative environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries. Here, you’ll have the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands, including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS, and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Who We Are We’re the World’s largest tool company, industry visionaries solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers and greater environmental and social value to our planet. Global Benefits & Perks You’ll be rewarded with a competitive salary plus receive entitlements and benefits unique to your country of hire. What You’ll Also Get Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths. Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university. Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr