Production Manager

Sulzer

Date: 4 weeks ago
City: Joliet, IL
Est. $92,068 - $124,956 / yr
Contract type: Full time

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About The Role

The Production Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day production of service center activities, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety in manufacturing or service processes. This role supervises teams, coordinates resources, and supports continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise a team of 8-10 Welders, Machinist, Mechanics, and Shipping/Receiving employees to ensure adherence to project schedules.
  • Monitor production or service metrics and implement improvements (5S, Six Sigma).
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards (ISO).
  • Coordinate with maintenance and logistics to support operations.
  • Train and develop team members.
  • Support implementation of lean manufacturing practices.
  • Report performance and issues to senior management.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree preferred (equivalent work experience will be considered)
  • 6+ years of experience managing and coordinating one or more expert-level teams.
  • Experience in manufacturing or production management.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with lean tools and continuous improvement.
  • Proficiency in production software and reporting tools.
  • Effective communication and team-building abilities.

What we offer you

  • 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
  • 401k plan with a 6% match
  • Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
  • Health savings account matching
  • Motivating wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid paternal leave
  • Gym reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

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