Production Manager Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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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Post Production Supervisor

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Conde Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms....

Production Supervisor

  • Lebanon, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

PeopleShare is hiring a hands-on Production Supervisor in Lebanon, NJ! Join a growing manufacturing team with a strong focus on safety, quality, and team development. This Monday-Friday,...

Director of Production - Men's

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our Story Introduced in 2006, Madewell is a premium denim brand for men and women. Beautiful construction, the world's finest fabrics and an original approach to design-we don't spare any details....

Pastry Production Supervisor

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 5 years Job Details Job Description The White Moustache, a Brooklyn-based artisanal yogurt maker, is looking for two energetic production supervisors to lead our team...

Production Supervisor

  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

management experience High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred Bilingual Spanish preferred Strong organizational and oral communications skills Computer literate, general...

Production Supervisor

  • New Brunswick, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Production Supervisor Unitex is experiencing unprecedented growth! Due to this growth, we are in search of a highly skilled Production Supervisor for our facility in New Brunswick, NJ. Schedule:...

Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title Production Supervisor Division: Operations Location: Middlesex County, NJ Reports To: Cell Manager Who We Are: For more than a century, LOreal has devoted its energy, innovation, and...

Production Coordinator

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

LOCATION New York, NY SALARY $60,000 - $75,000 EMPLOYMENT TYPE Direct Hire CATEGORY Fashion Design DIVISION Fourth Floor Production Coordinator Our client, a fast-growing apparel company, is...

Production Supervisor

  • Wayne, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

- Support Production System and synchronous material flow through lean manufacturing practices - Lead and manage unionized hourly personnel - - Ensure flawless introduction of new parts to production...

Poster Production Supervisor

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

If you are hired provisionally in this title, you must take and pass the Civil Service Exam, when it becomes available, to be eligible for continued employment. The Department of Social Services...

Print Shop Production Supervisor

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE, The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City...

Print Production Supervisor (2nd Shift) - Onsite

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

At Broadridge, we've built a culture where the highest goal is to empower others to accomplish more. If you're passionate about developing your career, while helping others along the way, come...

Production Supervisor, Recip Unit Lines_EG

  • Parsippany, NJ (16 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (16 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

manufacturing initiatives (including 5S) with focus on three areas: 1.Production Flow - Provide direction and goals for Production Team leads and assemblers....

Process Manager, Field Service

  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

About Eos Energy Enterprises Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power....

Production Team Lead - Assembly C

  • Carlstadt, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Do you have previous experience as a Production Team Lead within the manufacturing and production arena? Do you lay awake thinking of ways that you and your team can drive efficiency, quality, and...

Demographic Data for Plainfield, NJ

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Production Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Lean Production
Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace....
Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
This innovative, three-week course from the University of Padova is designed to illustrate how electricity is produced, and exchanged, and why. Understand how electrical systems have evolved over...
Technology for Continuous Production of Medicines
Feeding, blending, granulation (wet and dry), and tableting are the basic process steps for the production of a tablet. In this course, you will learn about advanced high-speed technologies that...

Salary for Production Manager Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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 Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
High School or GED
17.9%
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 Plainfield, NJ
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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