Production Manager - Plastics Manufacturing (NJ)

Company:  Rapidly growing, privately owned manufacturer of custom and stock plastic food packaging products that are in high demand.  Dedicated to quality, innovation and customer service, this organization has experienced tremendous growth in recent years.

• Smaller company feel with no bureaucracy and a direct line to executive leadership and ownership.

• Career advancement opportunities as company continues to grow and invest in adding additional capabilities and adding machines to increase capacity.

The Production Manager will be responsible for providing hands-on leadership, managing a production team in a 24x7, 3 shift facility.  Hire, train and manage Technicians, Shift Managers, and other employees.  Work closely with Purchasing to manage production planning.  Ensure proper materials are on hand and maintain proper stock levels of downstream packaging supplies.  Collaborate with Maintenance and manage Preventative Maintenance program for machines & molds.

Location:  Western NJ, northeast of Philadelphia.

To be successful in this critical role:

• Strong people management skills.  Hire, train, and manage a growing team.

• Technical acumen with ability to quickly learn how equipment works and troubleshoot production or quality issues with the Technicians.

• Plastics experience highly desirable.  Thermoforming, Injection Molding, Blow Molding, etc.  Other experience will be considered.

• Experience with food-contact packaging manufacturing is helpful, but not required.