Job Title:  Production Manager

Production Manager – Ontario, CA

Location: Ontario, California
Reports To: Regional Service Center Manager (Off-Site)
Team Size: ~8 personnel
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Production Manager to lead daily operations at our Ontario, CA manufacturing site. This site plays a critical role in serving regional customer demand, and the Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, inventory, shipping/receiving, safety, and quality control.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong sense of ownership, lean mindset, and the ability to operate autonomously while collaborating with off-site leadership. The ideal candidate will be an organized problem solver who can balance daily execution with continuous improvement and safety culture leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all daily production activities, ensuring schedule adherence and OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) performance.
• Champion safety adherence and improvements across all operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and OSHA standards.
• Manage raw material and finished goods inventory levels and maintain accurate SAP transactions.
• Generate and close batch tickets, ensuring accurate documentation, traceability, and material reconciliation.
• Supervise and coordinate shipping, receiving, and quality control processes.
• Provide direct daily leadership to the site team, including training, task delegation, and performance feedback.
• Promote and implement lean manufacturing practices to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance workplace organization.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; lead 5S, safety audits, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with the off-site Regional Manager and cross-functional partners (supply chain, customer service, quality).
• Monitor daily KPIs and initiate corrective actions as needed to support customer demand and service levels.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production leadership role.
• Proven experience improving or managing safety systems, behaviors, and compliance.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, production scheduling, and order fulfillment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing tools and practices (5S, visual management, standard work, etc.).
• Familiarity with quality control processes and documentation standards.
• Comfortable using ERP systems (SAP experience preferred).
• Effective communicator with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable operating with limited on-site supervision.

What You’ll Bring

• A disciplined, daily-management approach with a strong safety-first mindset.
• Ownership of site performance, with emphasis on OTIF, safety, and inventory accuracy.
• A team-first mentality that promotes accountability and continuous improvement.
• Confidence in coordinating with off-site leadership while maintaining day-to-day control on-site.

Why Join Us?

As the Production Manager in Ontario, you’ll have the autonomy to lead a vital site with regional impact. If you thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment and enjoy building operational excellence and safety culture from the ground up, this role offers a chance to make a lasting impact.