Production Manager

Job Title: Production Manager Location: Cottage Grove, MN Reports to: General Manager Position Objective / Summary: The Production Manager is an experienced leader responsible for the efficient and effective operations of the Duracard/Plastic Resources Inc. manufacturing facility, fulfilling all sales orders through the factory on time and with high quality. In partnership with the management team, the Production Manager will facilitate growth, prepare the company to adapt to new markets, and maintain a standard of excellence throughout all facets of the production process. This includes developing and leading a team to produce quality products and fulfill sales orders in a timely manner, ensuring proper inventory and materials, and maintaining production and facility equipment. Join a fun, talented, hard-working team at one of the premier plastic card manufacturers in the US. Our company has enjoyed consistent growth over the past several years, and you have an opportunity to play a critical leadership role in our continued growth and success. Our employees also appreciate the 4 days/week, 10 hours/day schedule and low-traffic commute. Now, a bit more about what you'll be doing as Production Manager... Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Team Management & Leadership Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including hiring and training employees, assigning and directing work, addressing issues and resolving problems, inspiring employees to do their best work and recognizing them for doing so. Supervise, communicate, and delegate responsibilities, duties, tasks, and plans to Production Team Leaders to ensure the production of the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost. Appraise performance of Production Operators against goals, plans, and similar standards. Provide encouragement, additional training, and constructive feedback as appropriate. Materials Management Raw Materials: Ordering, IQC, Supplier Management, Inventory Finished Goods: Inventory & Shipping & RMA Equipment & Facility Management Maintenance, Vendor Management, Growth & Investment Plan/ROI Cases Maintain facility equipment and cleanliness, both interior and exterior Shipping: Manage the shipping department and external vendor relationships Process and Reporting Develop manufacturing processes (IQC/OQC/OEE/CAR & ECO/etc.) to ensure QCDs are met. Utilize IT systems for reporting to Senior Management on manufacturing performance: production rates, exceptions, inventory, etc. Make recommendations for process improvement and implements approved recommendations. Ensure safety procedures are in place and consistently followed by all staff. Occasionally assist in Production Operator duties as necessary to ensure that all tasks in the department are completed Attend internal meetings for sharing priorities, updates, best practices, etc. Requirements Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Eager and able to take ownership and responsibility for the execution of all production and facility tasks, leading with and through others to ensure consistently excellent work Excellent interpersonal skills: teamwork/collaboration, verbal and written communication, conflict resolution, employee recognition/feedback Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple tasks, demonstrate an appropriate sense of urgency Detail orientation and comfort with production analytics/reporting Flexible and willing to personally contribute in whatever manner is required for the company to meet production requirements and delight customers Ability to quickly become familiar with all product lines Ability to sit, stand, walk, or lift for long periods of time Education & Experience Requirements: Minimum of Associate's degree in a related field is required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. (equivalent experience may be considered.) Manufacturing experience required Shipping experience preferred Experience in a lead or supervisory role is strongly preferred Working Conditions: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or lifting as required Exposure to the manufacturing area where personal protective equipment may be required Ambient room temperatures and lighting as found in a typical manufacturing environment May work at different workstations as production needs require, or shift from one station to another during the production process

Created: 2026-03-10