Production Manager- Plating

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Production Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a Plating Manager to oversee a team of four platers on the 1st shift. The role involves coordinating with the Scheduling and Plating divisions to create daily and weekly production schedules. You will utilize computer skills to track production and quality, communicate with your team and other departments, and drive continuous improvement initiatives with a strong understanding of ISO EMS and 9001 QMS standards. Additionally, you will be responsible for training and coaching team members, as well as understanding business financials.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of four platers on the 1st shift.
• Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules in collaboration with Scheduling and Plating divisions.
• Utilize computer skills to track production and ensure quality standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments to facilitate smooth operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with a comprehensive understanding of ISO EMS and 9001 QMS.
• Train and coach team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Understand and apply business financial principles to improve production efficiency.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company with a rich history since 1959, operating in the automotive, consumer goods, and exercise industries. You will work in two buildings, with the main building dedicated to production and waste water treatment, and the other for incoming shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.

Work Environment

The position is for the 1st shift, with working hours from 6 : 00 AM to 3 : 30 PM. You will be responsible for training, development, scheduling, coaching, and achieving production targets alongside four other employees in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $75000.00 / yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 30, 2025.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.