Production Manager

Production Manager - Growing Manufacturer Location: Warren County, NJ Compensation: $120,000 + 401(k) match + health insurance + paid time off and vacation If you're a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-moving, team-driven environment - and you want to make your mark with a company that's growing, modernizing, and investing in its people - this is your opportunity. We're a $30M steel fabrication company serving commercial and industrial clients across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. As our Production Manager, you'll take ownership of plant operations, leading a talented team across fabrication, maintenance, and supervision to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. What You'll Do Oversee all production operations, optimizing labor, materials, and equipment use Build and maintain production schedules to meet client deadlines Lead and develop supervisors, maintenance staff, and production teams Collaborate closely with estimating, logistics, quality, and HR to keep operations running smoothly Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives Identify process bottlenecks and implement practical, measurable solutions Manage production budgets and find opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork What You Bring 3-5 years of experience managing people in a manufacturing environment (steel industry preferred) Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and shop plans Strong organizational and communication skills - you lead with clarity and purpose A results-driven mindset with attention to detail and urgency Familiarity with continuous improvement methods and production KPIs Proficiency in Windows-based systems Why You'll Love It Here A growing company where your leadership directly impacts success Supportive ownership and a team that values collaboration over red tape Competitive pay, health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match Stability and growth potential in an expanding steel fabrication business

Created: 2026-03-10