Job Description
Production Manager - Indianapolis, IN
A growing, established manufacturer in the Indianapolis area is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily operations, drive performance, and develop a high-impact team.
This role oversees complex production processes that support a wide range of custom-engineered products used in highly regulated industries. The ideal leader brings a strong floor presence, a passion for continuous improvement, and experience guiding teams through changing customer needs and technical product requirements.
What You’ll Do
- Lead daily production activities to meet customer demand and on-time delivery goals
- Ensure material availability, equipment readiness, and efficient changeovers
- Partner closely with internal technical resources on equipment optimization and troubleshooting
- Develop supervisors and operators through coaching, training, and performance management
- Maintain compliance with ISO and customer standards in a regulated manufacturing environment
- Lead new product and process introductions, including pilot runs and validation activities
- Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring OSHA and plant-level compliance
- Track and analyze KPIs such as scrap, uptime, changeover time, labor efficiency, and delivery performance
- Drive Lean/5S initiatives to eliminate bottlenecks and improve productivity
What You Bring
- 5–10 years of manufacturing leadership experience; 3+ years in a supervisory role
- Experience in custom, high-mix, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
- Knowledge of scheduling, Lean/5S, and continuous improvement tools
- Strong communication and floor-level leadership skills
- ERP/MRP system experience
If interested, apply or email Casey Coons at ccoons@irisrecruiting.com.