Production Manager
Location: Liberty, SC
Salary: Up to $, + Bonus
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (occasional Saturdays)
We are recruiting for an experienced Production Manager to join a highly regarded, international leader within its sector, operating in a high-volume, highly regulated manufacturing environment producing small, precision components.
This is a key leadership role within a business known for its engineering excellence, quality standards, and continuous improvement culture.
The Role
You will take full ownership of production operations, with a strong emphasis on driving quality, improving processes, and embedding continuous improvement across the shop floor.
Working in a technically advanced environment, you'll lead initiatives that enhance process stability, right-first-time performance, and operational efficiency, while developing high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
Quality & Continuous Improvement
1. Champion a right-first-time culture, improving quality, consistency, and process control
2. Drive reduction in scrap, rework, and defects through root cause analysis
3. Lead Lean / Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency, throughput, and cost
4. Embed standard work, visual management, and KPI-driven performance
Operational & Financial Performance
5. Deliver production targets while maintaining quality and cost control
6. Manage key P&L drivers, including labour efficiency, scrap, and operational spend
7. Use data and metrics to drive performance and decision-making
Leadership & Culture
8. Lead, coach, and develop teams to deliver high performance
9. Build a culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
10. Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor, engaging and supporting teams
Cross-Functional Collaboration
11. Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to deliver sustainable improvements
12. Support new product introductions with a focus on manufacturability and quality
What We're Looking For
13. 5+ years' experience in a Production Manager or Manufacturing Leadership role
14. Strong background in high-volume, regulated manufacturing environments
15. Demonstrated success in continuous improvement and quality-driven initiatives
16. Experience managing P&L and operational performance
17. Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies
18. Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
19. Confident leader able to drive change and influence teams at all levels
What's On Offer
20. Salary up to $, + bonus
21. Professional development and career progression opportunities
22. A collaborative, innovation-driven environment focused on continuous improvement
23. Flexible PTO and paid holidays
24. Prescription drug plans
25. (k) retirement savings plan
26. Basic life insurance
27. Onsite physician support
28. Employee referral program
Why Apply?
29. Join a globally recognised, market-leading business
30. Play a key role in driving quality and operational excellence
31. High-impact leadership position within a technically advanced manufacturing environment
If you're a manufacturing leader with a passion for quality, continuous improvement, and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.