Production Manager - Automotive Parts Manufacturer (35950)

An international automotive parts manufacturing company is currently seeking an experienced

Production Manager Control Manager to join their facility to the Delaware, Ohio area. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ finance and leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. This is a full-time and direct hire position.

Production Manager Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and manage master production schedules based on customer request.
• Monitor daily production progress and adjust plans to meet deliveries.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Supply Chain to ensure timely material procurement.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to improve efficiency, lead time, and cost.
• Lead and train production control staff; establish standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to support new product launches and change management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, etc.).
• Prepare management reports and forecasts.

Production Manager Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in production planning / production control in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRP / ERP systems and Excel.
• Experience managing inventory, forecasting, and scheduling.
• Leadership experience managing or mentoring team members.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and leadership ability in a multicultural environment
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, lift in excess of 50 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.