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.
Computer literacy and superior logic skills are a plus. Potential and Advancement Best opportunities will be for college graduates who have accumulated experience in a variety of industrial distribution activities. Most production managers advance by moving to a larger facility where the responsibilities are greater and more complex.