Production Manager
Location: Reading, PA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (must be open to occasional overnight coverage)
Compensation: Starting at $110,000+ based on experience
Benefits: Comprehensive package available Day One
We're hiring a people-focused Production Manager to lead a growing department within a fast-paced rPET manufacturing environment. This is a newly created role due to growth and increased demand—offering the opportunity to shape team culture and drive performance from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a team of approximately 60 employees, including an engineer and a specialist
- Ensure production, quality, and safety goals are consistently met
- Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency
- Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, maintenance, and logistics
- Support hiring, training, and performance development initiatives
- Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred (Engineering or Technical field)
- 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing; plastics or recycling preferred
- Strong communication and people management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP a plus
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred, or prior experience working in Spanish-speaking environments
Benefits:
- 401(k) with company contribution and match
- 12 paid holidays
- 3 weeks of vacation to start (with more over time)
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage starting day one
- Paid parental leave
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- Opportunities for growth and wage progression
This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative leader who wants to make a lasting cultural and operational impact. You'll be supported by an experienced peer manager and join a team that values safety, accountability, and continuous learning.
Apply today to be part of a growing organization committed to excellence and innovation.