Production Manager

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Production Manager in Seattle, WA area!

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to supervisors and production teams while fostering a culture of accountability and performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and adapt quickly to changing business needs.
• Develop and execute short- and long-term production and plant strategies.
• Optimize production performance through Lean Manufacturing principles, technology, and operational efficiencies.
• Manage labor, waste, supplies, throughput, and operating costs to achieve budget and profitability targets.
• Monitor KPIs and production metrics to ensure performance goals are met.
• Prepare operational reports, business cases, and management presentations.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, quality, and employee engagement.
• Enforce company policies and performance expectations consistently and fairly.
• Coach and develop direct reports through performance management, training, and succession planning.
• Build a high-performing team with cross-training and workforce development programs.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with GMP, OSHA, FDA, USDA, HACCP, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• 3+ years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must have a strong production background
• Ability to manage and develop employees
• Ability to interface with regulatory employees