Production Manager Jobs in Louisiana

A Production Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of manufacturing plants and similar places. Their duties include planning, coordinating, and controlling the manufacturing processes, ensuring goods are produced efficiently and that the right amount of products are of good quality and cost-effective. They work with other team members to implement the company's policies and goals, monitor production standards, and implement quality-control programs. They also play a key role in the maintenance of equipment and machinery, ensuring they are in good working condition for optimal productivity.

Key skills and qualifications include a degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field, experience in a similar leadership role, strong understanding of industry and market trends, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Certifications such as Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Production Manager, one could have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Inspector, or Operations Manager.

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Production Supervisor

  • Staffmark
  • Monroe, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 5 days ago

Now hiring Production Supervisor - Direct Hire Monroe, LA Pay Rate: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Shift: 8 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri + Sat as needed The Floor Doesn't Run Without You and You Know It. You...

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Production Supervisor

  • KIK Custom Products
  • Westlake, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Westlake, LA
  • 5 days ago

Ensures that proper levels of Health & Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, housekeeping, and quality are always maintained....

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Production Supervisor-Roof Build

  • Champion Home Builders
  • Leesville, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Leesville, LA
  • 7 days ago

Work in a place where your team values YOU. Champion Home Builders, Inc. wants YOU! We are seeking to hire a Production Supervisor-Roof Buildto join our team in the Leesville, LA region. WHAT DO...

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Production Supervisor

  • Flowers Foods Inc.
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago

Nearest Major Market: New Orleans Job Segment: Compliance, Production Manager, Industrial, Employee Relations, Manager, Legal, Manufacturing, Human Resources, Management...

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Nightshift Production Supervisor I

  • Pilgrim's
  • LA
  • 16 days ago
  • LA
  • 16 days ago

Job Details Job Title: Nightshift Production Supervisor I Location: LA, South United States, USA Company: Pilgrim's Industry Sector: Agribusiness Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and...

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Abbeville CV Production Supervisor - Night Shift 6p-6a

  • US0767 Prysmian Cables and Systems Usa LLC
  • Abbeville, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Abbeville, LA
  • 19 days ago

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power...

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Production Supervisor - 3rd shift

  • Mauser Packaging Solutions
  • Geismar, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Geismar, LA
  • 20 days ago

Promotes shop floor organization, plant house-keeping with employees lean utilizing techniques such as 5S with shift personnel....

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Assembly Manager

  • Crest Industries
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 20 days ago

Partner with the Production Manager to align short- and long-term production priorities, scheduling needs, and operational objectives....

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Nightshift Production Supervisor I

  • JBS USA
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 20 days ago

Position at Pilgrim's Nightshift Production Supervisor Location: Natchitoches, Louisiana Date Posted May 14, 2026 Category: Operations Management Reports to: Shift Manager Description : Nightshift...

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Production Manager

  • Koch Industries, Inc.
  • Zachary, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • Zachary, LA
  • 28 days ago

Your Job Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products Division is hiring a Production Manager (Paper Operations Leader) for the Port Hudson Paper Mill supporting two of our paper machines and dry fiber area....

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Fabrication Production Manager

  • Greenberry
  • Jennings, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jennings, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Fabrication Shop Production Manager Location: Jennings, Louisiana Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 About Greenberry Industrial Greenberry Industrial is an award-winning industrial contractor and fabricator...

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Production Supervisor (Night Shift)

  • Copeland
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 45+ days ago

About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

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Production Supervisor

  • Cintas
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Requisition Number: 222845 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead and direct our Production team. Responsibilities include hiring, training and directing individuals who...

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Lead Production Supervisor

  • Bunge
  • Destrehan, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Destrehan, LA
  • 90+ days ago

City : Destrehan State : Louisiana (US-LA) Country : United States (US) Requisition Number : 43062 A Day in the Life: The Lead Production Supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient...

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Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


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Salary for Production Manager Jobs in Louisiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Managers in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
High School or GED
17.6%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.5%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Managers in Louisiana
1-2 years
28.4%
4-6 years
21.2%
10+ years
13.2%
2-4 years
13.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
None
7.5%
Less than 1 year
5.5%
8-10 years
1.2%



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