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Production Manager
Affinity Search
Location : Piqua, OH, 45356
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000 per year
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Production ManagerDayton, Ohio area
Excellent benefits and bonus potential!
Do you want to make an impact immediately? Do you enjoy making improvements and striving to be better?This job is for YOU!
📌 Drive impactful changein an organization that's genuinely eager for continuous improvement!
📌 Lead with influenceby holding others accountable and skillfully navigating challenges to achieve production goals.
📌 Work in apositive, one shift operationthat offers a diverse business mix and a commitment to innovation.
📌 Enjoy acomprehensive benefits package, including a10% bonus potential!
We will help you navigate the interview process, which will move quickly with this company eager to make their hire!
Well-established, process-oriented manufacturer is seeking a
Production Managerto lead direct and indirect reports in a one shift operation. As the Production Manager, you will report to the Plant Manager and will have Production Supervisors reporting to you. Daily you will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Taking ownership of safety, quality, KPIs, employee development, productivity and continuous improvement
- Attending daily meetings with team members and updating them on the status of production
- Participating within the management team to meet and improve plant objectives, including SOPs
- Completing daily, weekly and monthly reporting and data collection
- Working with supply chain to optimize the schedule and meet production goals
- Developing and achieving goals, objectives and targeted measurables related to production
- Holding others accountable to established goals and directives
- Identifying process improvements to minimize downtime, increase efficiencies and find cost savings
- Coaching, mentoring, developing and leading direct and indirect reports
- Communicating with customers on production and/or quality issues
- Other duties as directed by the management
Qualified candidates will be able to make quick decisions, handle conflict, coach their team, and create a positive culture while moving towards improvement. Individuals will spend up to 80% of their time in the production area and will enjoy finding improvements and establishing processes to meet production deadlines. Experience in a turnaround situation would be helpful. The company offers EXCELLENT medical benefits (including dental and vision) available the first of the month after the start of employment, short-term and long-term disability, 401K match, paid holidays, personal days, vacation, life insurance, and bonus potential up to 10%.
REQUIREMENTS for the Production Manager:
1. Bachelor's degree, Chemistry or Engineering highly preferred
2. At least two years of similar production management experience
3. Experience overseeing others in manufacturing environments, ideally in blending/mixing manufacturing environment, such as in chemical, pharmaceutical, coating, food, beverage, etc.
4. Experience overseeing direct and indirect reports
5. Non-union supervision experience
6. Strong continuous improvement background, including decreasing downtime, increasing efficiencies, etc.
7. ERP experience
8. Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills
Skills preferred but NOT required:
1. Lean and/or Six Sigma experience
2. Experience working in turnaround situations
3. Power BI
Reasons to work for this organization:
📌Stable, well-established manufacturer
📌 One shift operation
📌 Opportunity to make an immediate impact
📌 Competitive benefits and bonus potential
Candidates are highly preferred to be local to the Dayton, OH area. A relocation package is available for those meeting all of the required skills.
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Freqently Asked Questions
A successful Production Manager must demonstrate strong decision-making skills, the ability to coach and mentor teams, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Expertise in managing safety, quality, and productivity metrics while fostering a positive workplace culture is crucial for impactful leadership in manufacturing environments.
Production Managers identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements that reduce machine idle time and streamline workflows. By collaborating closely with supply chain and production supervisors, they optimize scheduling and resource allocation to enhance overall plant productivity and reduce operational costs.
Local professionals in production management often advance to plant manager or operations leadership positions within manufacturing firms. Gaining experience in continuous improvement and cross-functional team leadership increases prospects for roles such as business unit manager or senior production manager in this industrial region.
Employers in Dayton highly value candidates with bachelor's degrees in engineering or chemistry, reflecting the technical complexity of local plants. Certifications in Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma also enhance a candidate's appeal by demonstrating expertise in process optimization and quality control.
At Affinity Search, Production Managers are expected to swiftly drive continuous improvements within a one-shift operation, balancing diverse product mixes while fostering accountability across teams. The company’s fast interview process reflects its urgency to onboard leaders who can navigate production hurdles effectively and support employee development.
Affinity Search emphasizes coaching and mentoring within production teams, creating a culture focused on accountability and performance improvement. Their commitment to leadership development ensures Production Managers cultivate skills in conflict resolution and staff empowerment, enhancing overall operational success.
Production Manager salaries in Piqua, Ohio typically range from $75,000 to $95,000 annually, depending on experience and industry specialization. Companies like Affinity Search may offer additional incentives such as bonuses up to 10%, comprehensive benefits, and retirement plans, reflecting the competitive local manufacturing market.
Managing a one-shift operation means the Production Manager concentrates efforts on optimizing a continuous 8-10 hour production cycle, minimizing downtime without the complexity of multiple shifts. This structure allows for focused team leadership, streamlined communication, and quicker implementation of process improvements.
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel is critical for managing production data and reporting efficiently. Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies further equips a Production Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives and reduce operational inefficiencies.
Candidates who highlight experience managing both direct and indirect manufacturing teams, especially in blending or chemical production environments, tend to attract attention. Demonstrating success in turnaround situations and continuous improvement projects, coupled with local availability, enhances competitiveness in this regional job market.
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