09/17/2025
Our client, in Rutland VT is seeking a Plywood Production Manager to join their team. As a Plywood Production Manager, you will be part of the manufacturing supporting teams.
Plywood Production Manager Band X
First shift
Starting pay range: $70,668 - $85,228 per year
The Production Manager will be responsible for a two-shift milling and assembly operation. This position will work collaboratively with area leads and other employees to execute production with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, efficiency, and culture.
This position will also ensure customer and employee satisfaction while improving the efficiency of labor, materials, and equipment. This position reports to the VT Plant Manager.
Employee Owners enjoy:
• A Lucrative Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Potential for monthly production incentives
• Fantastic Benefits- Including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
• Weekly payroll
• Discounted company branded employee gear and other perks
• Regular, year-round schedules
• Paid holidays
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans production and scheduling among a team of employees.
- Manage and oversee the ERP system for the division.
- Works to improve workflow by maximizing machine up-time, eliminating stoppages; analyzing delays; recommending new methods.
- Coordinates schedules in a high mix environment.
- Makes recommendations for optimal machine use production rates.
- Assures efficient utilization of materials, works to continuously improve processes within the department.
- Provides guidance, direction, and leadership by communicating expectations and fostering the development of the team.
- Models the core values including integrity, customer focus, ownership, honesty, and respect for others.
- Responsible for ensuring new employees receive appropriate training and onboarding to be successful.
- Participates in projects that may include cost savings ideas, including cycle time reduction, improved changeover times, tool testing and other process improvement projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (business management/finance or engineering) preferred.
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
- Safety first commitment to ensure safe work environment
- Business acumen mindset to focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Highly organized and familiar with a fast paced, high volume-manufacturing environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to handle multiple priorities
- Strong financial analytical skills
- High level of math skills for production and inventory reporting.
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
If you or someone you know possess the skills and experience, please call or text me at 802-862-5747 Today!!
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