Job DescriptionPOSITION: Production Manager - Extrusion (Only those with extrusion manufacturing experience will be considered) LOCATION: Meclennan County / Waco, TX (Relo offered if not commutable) Join a leading manufacturer of industrial and consumer products with over 95 years of manufacturing excellence. We're seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our extrusion operations. This role combines technical expertise in rubber and plastic extrusion with strong leadership abilities to drive manufacturing excellence in our multi-shift operation.Key Responsibilities:
- Process Leadership: Optimize extrusion processes for thermoplastic and rubber products
- Quality Control: Ensure consistent product quality through process parameter monitoring and control
- Team Development: Lead and develop production supervisory teams across multiple shifts
- Continuous Improvement: Implement lean manufacturing methodologies to maximize throughput
- Technical Oversight: Manage die changes, line setups, and preventive maintenance programs
- Production Planning: Coordinate scheduling to optimize equipment utilization and meet customer demands
- Cost Management: Control material usage, reduce scrap, and manage operating costs
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience (5-10 years)
- Extensive experience with extrusion processes
- Strong background in thermoplastic and rubber processing technologies
- Understanding of polymer materials and processing parameters
- Experience with extrusion tooling, die design, and process optimization
- Knowledge of ISO 9000 requirements and quality management systems
- Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing
- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Technical Expertise:
- Extrusion process control and troubleshooting
- Material flow characteristics and polymer processing
- Line speed optimization and quality control measures
- Equipment maintenance and tooling management
- Statistical process control (SPC) implementation
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $105,000 - $125,000 based on experience
- Location: Waco, TX
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits including:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Life and Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Relocation Pkg if not already local
For more information or to apply, please contact Jacob Parish directly at ...@gogpac.com or 850-###-####.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.