Production Manager - First Shift

Join us as a Production Manager - First Shift and take the lead on production execution, quality, and safety. You'll coordinate resources, drive performance improvements, and partner across teams to deliver consistent results in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This position is located in Lancaster, NY

What will you do?

• Oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations and ensure consistent execution of standards across all shifts

• Coordinate production planning, prioritize workflows, and allocate people and equipment to meet targets

• Monitor KPIs, address quality and safety deviations, and resolve blockers through structured escalation

• Collaborate with maintenance, supply chain, and quality teams to stabilize performance and implement improvement initiatives

What are the key skills we are looking for?

• Change Management — advanced level; leading teams through process transitions and operational improvements

• Customer Orientation — advanced level; aligning production priorities with internal and external customer needs

• Drives for Results — advanced level; setting clear goals and removing blockers to achieve operational targets

• Influencing Skills — advanced level; building alignment across functions to execute production plans

• Continuous Improvement — intermediate level; identifying and implementing actions that optimize costs and efficiency

• Lean Methodology — intermediate level; applying lean tools to reduce waste and improve workflow

• Manufacturing Operational Performance — intermediate level; monitoring KPIs and driving corrective actions

• Operational Health and Safety Management — intermediate level; ensuring compliance and fostering a safe work environment

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Proven leadership ability to guide teams through daily operations and non-routine challenges

• Proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues and escalates with clarity and urgency

• Strong communicator who builds trust and alignment across shifts and departments

• Comfortable making independent tactical decisions within established policies and budgets

What's in it for me?

• High-impact role where your leadership shapes production outcomes every day

• Collaborative environment with cross-functional support and shared accountability

• Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development and continuous improvement programs

• A workplace culture committed to safety, excellence, and operational innovation

Ready to lead manufacturing operations with impact? Apply today!

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For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 117,600 - USD 176,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

• Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

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• +9% organic growth

• 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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