Excellerate Production Manager

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Pittsboro, IN, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Productivity • Design
The Role
Leads daily manufacturing operations, production teams, and frontline leaders while ensuring safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets. Implements Lean practices, monitors KPIs, improves processes, coordinates production schedules and materials, supports new products and equipment, and collaborates with Engineering, Quality, and Materials teams. Coaches employees, facilitates Tier meetings, maintains compliance, and drives continuous improvement across the facility.
Summary Generated by Built In

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

Are you a natural leader with a passion for people, processes, and performance? We’re looking for a Production Manager who’s ready to take the floor—literally—and drive real results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

The Production Manager is dynamic and results-driven and will be responsible for leading day-to-day operations in our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for overseeing production teams, driving operational excellence, and ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a deep commitment to Lean principles and continuous improvement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management or a related field. (Master’s preferred)

Experience: 5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including 3+ years as a Production or Operations Manager, with a proven track record of implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing principles. Brings strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with the ability to lead through influence, set clear expectations, and hold teams accountable. Possesses in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and quality systems, with certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent experience preferred. Demonstrated success in identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing safer, more efficient practices across operations. Experienced in managing, mentoring, and developing teams, with the ability to inspire performance and drive results. Familiar with the Choosing By Advantages (CBA) decision-making methodology and experienced with ERP systems.

Travel: Up to 15% depending on business needs

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and manage daily operations of production lines to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality output
  • Drive adherence to production schedules and coordinate with planning and materials teams to ensure on-time delivery
  • Foster a people-first culture that emphasizes team engagement, development, and accountability
  • Help us get better every day by implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing practices, including visual management, 5S, standard work, and problem solving
  • Monitor KPIs and take proactive action to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and quality requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Materials, and Engineering to resolve production issues and support strategic initiatives
  • Lead and facilitate Tier meetings to support communication and alignment across shifts and teams
  • Support implementation of new products, processes, or equipment
  • Coach and mentor frontline leaders and team members, supporting career growth and performance
  • Champion our Key Behaviors: People First, We Work Together, and We Learn and Grow.
  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

 

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field
  • Master's degree
  • At least 5 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
  • At least 3 years of experience as a Production Manager or Operations Manager
  • Proven experience implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and quality systems
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent certification
  • Experience identifying process improvements and implementing safer, more efficient practices
  • Experience managing, mentoring, and developing teams
  • Familiarity with the Choosing By Advantages decision-making methodology
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug test

Faith Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Faith Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Faith Technologies.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellness programs are repeatedly recognized and include mental‑health support, fitness reimbursement, financial‑wellness education, and a monthly “Time to Recharge” benefit. Feedback suggests these lifestyle elements enhance perceived total rewards beyond base pay.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match, profit‑sharing, and after‑tax emergency‑savings options provide meaningful long‑term financial support. Feedback suggests these features add tangible value across many roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, paid holidays, parental/military/medical leave, and extra monthly recharge time create multiple ways to step away when needed. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave is a notable strength within the package.

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The Company
HQ: Menasha, WI
1,745 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Faith Technologies, a division of FTI, is an energy expert and national leader in electrical planning, engineering, design and installation. As a comprehensive authority in the field of electrical and energy services, Faith leads industry change through a dedicated investment in technology, strategic project consulting and process engineering that drives productivity, value, and above all, safety. Through innovative practices, Faith drives trends in growth and development with continual investment in their merit-based employees’ skill, leadership and career development. Our Mission Making our customers and ourselves better through passion, practical solutions, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. Core Values: 1) Uncompromised Focus on Keeping People Safe 2) Build Trust in Everything We Do 3) Redefine What’s Possible 4) Reward Individual Results that Create Team Success Visit faithtechnologies.com to learn more! For details of our Social Community Disclaimer, click here: https://bit.ly/3gdVRpc

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