May Include Coordinating activities of all warehouse and production departments. Implementing long-range goals and developing strategies to achieve goals. Working with virtually all departments and customers to complete orders. Negotiating employment or labor contracts, interacting with hourly workforce. Balancing needs of various service center departments.
Hours often vary.
In addition to regular duties, production managers attend regular meetings and are expected to be available to handle problems and emergencies. Qualifications, Education and Training Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in engineering or business administration. Strong leadership qualities and communication skills, ability to work well under pressure and in a team environment. Prior experience in an industrial setting is a plus. Some companies have management training programs for new graduates.