Production Manager / Lean Manufacturing Manager, Newton, IA

Our manufacturing client near Newton, IA is hiring Production Managers for both 1st and 2nd shift operations at their heavy manufacturing facility supporting a 225 person fabrication, welding, assembly, and paint related non-union manufacturing setting.  Very solid financials and secure future.

Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM
• Monday–Thursday schedule (4 day work weeks)

This role is responsible for leading daily production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, scheduling, employee development, and production performance.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Manufacturing leadership experience
• Backgrounds in welding, fabrication, assembly, paint, or heavy industrial operations
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Experience driving accountability and production results

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being active on the floor, developing people, and helping drive operational success in a growing manufacturing operation.