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 Manager - Engine Packaging & Custom Assembly

  • Covington, LA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 11 hours ago

We're looking for a Production Manager to lead the packaging and custom assembly of those systems - someone who can take an engine from spec to ship-ready and make real-world improvements along the...

Production Supervisor

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 5 days ago

Company Statement Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part...

Production Supervisor

  • Westlake, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Westlake, LA
  • 7 days ago

Production Supervisor** Westlake LA Direct Hire **Pay Range:** $65,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications) **Can go as high as $85,000** **Position Summary** Our customer is...

Production Supervisor

  • Westlake, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Westlake, LA
  • 8 days ago

Production Supervisor Westlake LA Direct Hire Pay Range: $65,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications) Can go as high as $85,000 Position Summary Our customer is seeking an...

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC At Entergy, we've been planning for the future for more than 100 years. We've experienced a lot of change, generating power...

Production Supervisor

  • Vidalia, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Vidalia, LA
  • 11 days ago

Now hiring! Production Supervisor** **Vidalia, LA. (Onsite)** We are looking for a Production Supervisor to join our Catalyst team in Vidalia, LA. **Come create chemistry with us!** BASFs...

Production Manager

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago

Production Manager Location: Lake Charles, LA POSITION REQUIREMENTS B.S. degree (Process Engineering/Electrical Engineering) or equivalent combination of experience and education....

Manufacturing Production Manager

  • Belle Chasse, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Belle Chasse, LA
  • 18 days ago

We are seeking a skilled Production Manager with a minimum of 10 years of experience....

Production Supervisor

  • Bastrop, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Bastrop, LA
  • 19 days ago

Position Summary: DG Foods is seeking a Production Supervisor to join our management team at our Bastrop, LA facility. This role involves overseeing line operations during a designated shift,...

Production Supervisor

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 days ago

Title: Production Supervisor Who We Are: Carboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings,...

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Production Supervisor

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 22 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 22 days ago

Your Opportunity as the Production Supervisor ~internally this role will be titled Area Leader The Production Supervisor will be responsible for the leadership and business results of a team of...

Production Manager - BKA (DOUGH OPERATIONS CAPTAIN)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 26 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 26 days ago

If you think you can rise to the occasion and become our dough-minating Production Manager, we want to hear from you! Let's make some pizza magic together!...

LA - Shop Foreman - Baton Rouge, LA

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 29 days ago

Ford-Gelatt, a SunSource company, supplies industrial process equipment to the process industries with a focus on adding value. Our team at Ford-Gelatt is technically sound and highly experienced...

Production Supervisor

  • Holden, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Holden, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Leads the implementation of Lean foundational blocks of Identification of Waste, 5S, Standard Work, and Visual Management....

Production Supervisor - Power Plant

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Work Place Flexibility:** Onsite **Legal Entity:** Entergy Louisiana, LLC At Entergy, weve been planning for the future for more than 100 years. Weve experienced a lot of change, generating power...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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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
17.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.4%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.6%

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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