Job Title: Production Manager – Manufacturing & Team Leadership
Location: Traverse City, MI (On-Site)
Overview:
A growing, well-respected manufacturer in Traverse City, MI is seeking a Production Manager to lead day-to-day plant operations. This is a critical role overseeing production teams, ensuring on-time delivery, and driving performance across safety, quality, and efficiency metrics.
If you’ve got strong leadership skills, manufacturing know-how, and a passion for building great teams—this is your next move.
What You’ll Do:
Oversee daily manufacturing operations across multiple departments or lines
Lead and mentor production supervisors, technicians, and frontline staff
Ensure adherence to safety procedures, quality standards, and production schedules
Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve issues
Drive KPI performance across OEE, scrap, downtime, and throughput
Support lean initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and team development
Manage staffing, scheduling, and cross-training initiatives
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with supply chain/logistics
What We’re Looking For:
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably in leadership roles)
Background in discrete manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or capital equipment
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience implementing or sustaining lean/CI initiatives
Bonus: ERP knowledge, bilingual in English/Spanish, technical degree
Why This Company?
Strong, stable business with long-term contracts and consistent growth
Direct line to senior leadership and input on strategic planning
Supportive environment that empowers its team leads and managers
Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and career advancement
To Apply:
Email your resume to julian.maldonado@gogpac.com or call/text 346.586.4255
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
