Production Manager

Description

Job Summary: The Production Manager leads all manufacturing operations, ensuring consistent delivery of safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity. Key Highlights: 1. End-to-end leadership of all manufacturing operations 2. Collaborative, supportive, and respectful culture 3. Focus on innovation and impact At Newell Brands, we are proud to be a global leader in consumer goods, with over 50 iconic brands found in homes around the world, including Oster®, Cadence®, NUK®, Lillo®, Invicta®, Contigo®, Coleman®, Rubbermaid®, PaperMate®, Sharpie®, Graco® and others. We are on a journey to strengthen our brands and delight consumers, relying on people like you to bring unique perspectives and shine in a dynamic environment. You will be part of a collaborative, supportive, and respectful culture where we value diversity and the uniqueness of each individual, recognizing that different viewpoints expand our capacity to innovate and create impact. All applications are welcome, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, age, or disability. Our commitment is to ensure fair processes and an inclusive environment where talent and initiative are the true criteria for growth. **Position Title:** Production Manager **Location:** Pouso Alegre, MG \- 100% On site (O\&R and Baby) **Reports To:** Sr. Plant Manager The **Production Manager** is responsible for the end\-to\-end leadership of all manufacturing operations within the Pouso Alegre plant, ensuring the consistent delivery of safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity targets. This role is pivotal in embedding the Newell Operating Model, driving operational discipline, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. The Production Manager will lead a team of Production Supervisors and oversee all production lines, supporting the O\&R and Baby business units. **Responsibilities** * Lead daily production activities to ensure adherence to the approved production plan and achievement of output, efficiency, quality, and safety standards across all shifts and product lines * Drive schedule attainment, labor productivity, and capacity utilization through effective deployment of standard work, production routines, and escalation processes * Ensure all manufacturing processes are documented, standardized, and consistently executed, maintaining process control through operating parameters, work instructions, and control plans * Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability, process capability, and rapid resolution of production disruptions using structured problem\-solving * Ensure strict compliance with Newell Brands’ EHS standards and local regulatory requirements, enforcing safe operating practices and leading incident investigations with sustained corrective actions * Oversee in\-process quality controls, driving defect prevention, scrap reduction, rework elimination, and readiness for audits, customer, and regulatory requirements * Own and monitor manufacturing performance metrics (OEE, throughput, scrap, labor efficiency, downtime, schedule adherence), using real\-time data to drive corrective actions and performance reviews * Champion continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Lean, TPM, and Kaizen principles * Manage direct manufacturing costs, including labor, consumables, and variable overhead, supporting productivity improvements to meet cost and margin targets * Ensure efficient use of resources without compromising safety or quality * Direct, develop, and motivate Production Supervisors and frontline teams, ensuring appropriate staffing, skills coverage, and shift structures * Drive discipline, accountability, and operational ownership through strong shop\-floor presence and visible leadership * Coordinate closely with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing flow * Support new product introductions, process changes, line transfers, and manufacturing readiness for new equipment, tooling, and process modifications **Requirements** * Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical or Process Engineering * Advanced English * Experience in plastic injection molding and/or blow molding processes * Previous relevant experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in high\-volume, multi\-shift environments * Proven leadership experience managing production systems and frontline execution * Technical expertise in manufacturing systems, Lean Manufacturing, TPM, structured problem\-solving and OEE optimization * Strong execution, operational discipline, and data\-driven decision\-making * Ability to lead under pressure and resolve production issues Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well\-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.