Production Manager Job
Armstrong World IndustriesDATE: Oct 14, 2026 LOCATION: Hebron, Ohio, United States, 43025 Company: Armstrong World Industries Primary location: Hebron, Ohio Relocation offered: No Employment status: Full-Time Travel: <10% Non-compete: No The estimated base salary range for this role is $93,000 to $100,500 per year. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors What does it mean to work at Tectum, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries? It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive: A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more. Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests. A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager serves as the operational leader for production activities at the Lamit Plant. This role is accountable for executing cost, safety, quality, delivery, customer service, and people objectives while ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant manufacturing operations. The Production Manager provides leadership for production planning, workforce management, continuous improvement initiatives, inventory control, and operational execution to achieve business objectives and customer expectations. What’s in it for you? Lead plant operations and make a direct impact on safety, quality, and production performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. Develop and mentor a high-performing team while shaping the future of the operation. What does Production Manager do? Safety & Environmental Leadership Promotes a culture of safety and environmental responsibility through visible leadership and accountability. Models and reinforces safe work practices and compliance with applicable safety and environmental standards. Ensures plant safety systems are effectively implemented, risks are identified and mitigated, and employees receive appropriate safety training. Supports incident investigations and corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Operations & Production Management Leads daily production activities to ensure attainment of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. Reviews production schedules, performance metrics, quality standards, and customer requirements, taking corrective action as necessary to ensure compliance. Determines staffing, equipment, and material requirements to support production demand. Collaborates with Supply Chain and Planning teams to optimize workflows and execute production schedules. Manages inventory and material availability, including Hillard stock, Tectum blanks, and materials supplied from Tectum Newark. Controls salvage activities, scrap reduction initiatives, manpower planning, and overtime utilization. Oversees production order completion and job closeout activities within EPICOR. Ensures readiness for PFS audits and support successful audit outcomes. Continuous Improvement & Business Excellence Identifies, prioritizes, and leads continuous improvement initiatives across all phases of the manufacturing process. Utilizes Lean Manufacturing principles and structured problem-solving methodologies to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. Develops and implements forward-looking initiatives that enhance product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational…