Production Manager Steel Construction

Lead the Build Where Precision Meets Performance

An innovative, global-focused manufacturing operation is seeking an experienced Production Manager, Steel Construction, to lead and shape the success of its steel fabrication and machining operations in Little Rock, Arkansas. This is a high-impact leadership role for a proven production professional who thrives in automotive manufacturing and heavy industrial environments. You will play a critical role in launching, stabilizing, and scaling steel construction operations while driving safety, quality, and productivity at every level.

Hours & Pay

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Salary: $80,000-$90,000+ annually, dependent on experience
• Employment Type: Direct Hire

What This Opportunity Offers

This organization provides a stable, modern manufacturing environment equipped with state-of-the-art technology and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Employees benefit from long-term growth potential, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional and personal success.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce a safety-first culture, escalating violations as necessary
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and actively reduce internal defects
• Meet production volume targets and delivery deadlines with operational flexibility
• Improve productivity by reducing downtime and optimizing labor and resources
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and 5S practices
• Optimize internal logistics and reduce in-process inventory
• Train, schedule, and manage production teams, performance, and leave planning
• Monitor and reduce unnecessary energy consumption across operations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in manufacturing operations or a related field strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing production teams, production planning, and enforcing safety and quality standards
• Automotive manufacturing and/or heavy industrial experience required
• Hands-on steel construction experience including cutting, bending, and welding
• Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience hiring key production roles and mentoring team members
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with production operations software, inventory management systems, and/or ERP platforms
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-cultural team environment
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as required
• Capability to alternate between sitting and standing throughout the workday

Ready to Lead from the Front?

If you are a results-driven production leader with a strong background in automotive manufacturing and steel fabrication, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Click Apply Now to take the next step in your leadership career.

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