Production Manager

Production Manager

Location: Manitowoc, WI

At JPW Industries, we don’t just build products – we build careers.

At JPW Industries, we are redefining excellence in industrial tools and machinery. With industry shaping brands like Jet, Powermatic, Wilton, Edwards, Baileigh and Axiom, we lead the way in delivering high quality solutions to professionals worldwide. Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products and industry.

This is a hands-on leadership role at the center of our manufacturing operations. As Production Manager, you will lead a high-performing team in a dynamic, high-mix, low-volume environment where execution, accountability, and real-time decision-making drive success. You will play a key role in delivering quality products on time while building a culture focused on safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

What You Will Do: Lead. Execute. Improve.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and supervise production floor personal across machining and assembly operations
• Execute daily production schedules and adjust priorities to meet customer demand
• Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and drive corrective actions in real time
• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to support decision-making and team engagement
• Ensure adherence to standard work, routings, and manufacturing processes
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and compliance with all safety policies
• Ensure product quality meets established standards and specifications
• Lead resolution of production-related quality issues, including containment and corrective actions
• Partner with engineering and quality teams on root cause analysis and process improvements
• Drive key performance indicators including on-time deliver, labor efficiency, and inventory levels
• Lead daily and weekly production meetings to review performance and address gaps
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve constraints and ensure smooth production flow
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor
• Improve production flow, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency
• Implement and sustain visual management and standard work practices

What You Will Bring: Leadership. Accountability. Execution.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations with a strong focus on production floor execution
• 2+ years of leadership experience supervising production teams in a hands-on environment
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams, driving accountability and performance
• Demonstrated success in improving production outcomes, meeting schedules, and delivering on-time results
• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume or job shop environment, preferred
• Working knowledge of metal forming, CNC machining, welding, fabrication, and assembly operations
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) to support production planning and execution
• Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across materials, engineering, and leadership teams
• Demonstrated ownership of operational performance, with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, small-team environment and lead through change

Why JPW Industries? Support. Grow. Succeed. 

We are more than just a workplace – we are a community of innovators, problem-solvers, and game-changers. Here’s what we offer:

At JPW Industries...we don’t just build products – we build careers!

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JPW Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status.