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We engineer leading fluid solutions that keep the world moving and we’re building a better future while we do it. As a vertically integrated global powerhouse, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and 4 R&D centers across the world, delivering performance from lab to road in over 40 countries.
 
PFX Group™ brings together a family of trusted companies including Recochem, Prestone, Adam’s Polishes, B&B Blending, Kost USA, Ultra Clear, POR and Auto-Chem, each with deep expertise, regional insight, and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.
 
From automotive and heavy-duty thermal management systems to household and industrial solutions, our products are built for performance, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in fluid technology.
 
Job Summary
 The Production Manager is a key member of the Torrance plant's Leadership Team. The responsibilities include overall production management of a high-volume automotive chemicals and consumer products manufacturing plant. Ideal candidate is a demonstrated leader, and has proven success meeting and/ or exceeding production goals. This position oversees production of 4 liquid filling lines and a blow molding line that manufactures bottles from less than one gallon up to drums and totes. This role is responsible for achieving adherence of daily packaging line schedule, including production line standard rates, labor efficiencies, product quality, overall Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/Housekeeping) and employee safety. Additional accountabilities for this role are shift’s overall preparation to run, including coordination of line mechanical set-ups, product supply and material supply from leads and warehousing that meets scheduled line start-up. This individual MUST be outgoing, entrepreneurial, a self starter, and technically talented with strong leadership skills and abilities. Strengths must include communication, coaching, and mentoring skills, and the ability to promote enhanced employee relations and reports to the Plant Manager.
 
This requires fully on-site work at our Torrance, California Plant work to cover multiple production shifts. The expected compensation for this position is an annual salary of $108,000-$118,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Also bonus eligible.
 
Day to Day Accountabilities
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<li>Oversees activities of production lines to achieve production rates that meet or exceed standards (including efficient changeovers)</li>
<li>Responsible for the training and performance management of team members to ensure that each line is staffed with qualified and motivated individuals</li>
<li>Ensure the identification of product quality problems and implementation of corrective actions</li>
<li>Utilize theory of constraints or lean manufacturing techniques to evaluate and manage production counts, machine speeds, scrap and downtime to drive reliability to desired levels</li>
<li>Record and report accurate production counts, machine speeds, scrap counts, line down time, and other data as directed by Production Manager</li>
<li>Ensure adequate supply of materials (skid tickets, skid records, gloves) (staging and de-staging)</li>
<li>Responsible for using correct product labor/speed standard</li>
<li>Enforce all GMP’s, Safety and Environmental regulations as well as company policies</li>
<li>Ensure the accurate and timely completion of paperwork</li>
<li>Able to meet deadlines to deliver production requirements</li>
<li>Must be driven with a desire to progress through promotion</li>
<li>Perform other duties/tasks as assigned.</li>
<li>Forge relationships with business partners throughout the site. Communicate well and clearly, taking the time to understand manufacturing processes.</li>
<li>Responsible for preparing new hire and annual performance reviews</li>
</ul>
Education and Qualifications
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<li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 3+ yrs managing a team highly preferred, however 10+ yrs relevant manufacturing leadership experience with lean manufacturing practices and/or 5S will be considered in lieu of degree.</li>
<li>Knowledge of liquid filling and packaging ops ideal, blow molding and chemical manufacturing a plus.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of manufacturing plant operations.</li>
<li>SAP, JDE or relevant ERP experience required</li>
<li>Experience with mechanical preventative maintenance systems</li>
<li>Oracle & KRONOS,</li>
<li>Intermediate to Advanced Excel</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
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<li>Competitive compensation</li>
<li>Career growth opportunities – we prioritize internal promotions</li>
<li>Generous 401k match</li>
<li>Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision and dental coverage and Telemedicine</li>
<li>Paid vacation and holidays</li>
<li>Tuition assistance program – support for continued education and professional development</li>
</ul>
Please note: A pre-employment background check, including a criminal record check and drug testing, is required.
 
PFX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
 
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