Production Manager

Production Manager

Full-Time On-site
Tenneco Inc.

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  • Own shift-by-shift performance against OTD and OAE targets.
  • Align cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality) to remove constraints immediately.
  • Enforce production standards and ensure adherence to standard work.
  • Control labour deployment and overtime spend.
  • Ensure material, tooling, and machine readiness before shift starts.
  • Escalate and resolve bottlenecks immediately.
  • Own production risk mitigation and drive recovery plans when targets are missed.

Performance & Discipline

  • Lead daily tier meetings with clear actions and ownership.
  • Hold supervisors accountable for safety, output, and quality.
  • Reduce scraps, rework, and unplanned downtime.
  • Challenge underperformance directly and constructively.
  • Drive 5S and workplace discipline.
  • Own performance dashboards and recovery tracking.
  • Analyse trends and eliminate systemic losses.
  • Identify and eliminate losses impacting OAE.
  • Improve cycle time and workflow efficiency.
  • Work closely with Engineering to resolve recurring breakdowns.
  • Drive practical Lean improvements on the shop floor.
  • Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and team leaders
  • Set clear expectations and performance standards and challenge underperformance
  • Build a culture of accountability and ownership
  • Support training and cross-skilling initiatives
  • Demonstrate ability to stabilise and control in high pressure environment.
  • Confident communicator who challenges constructively and sets clear expectations.

Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure full adherence to IATF 16949 and ISO standards.
  • Maintain safe systems of work
  • Act immediately on safety risks
  • Champion safe behaviour culture
  • Conduct routine EHS reviews and EHS audits on the shop floor

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Production Manager employer: Tenneco Inc.

As a Tool Room Engineer at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that prioritises innovation and continuous improvement. We offer competitive benefits, a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth, and the opportunity to lead and mentor apprentices, all while working in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to quality and safety. Join us to make a meaningful impact on production processes and tooling design in a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Tenneco Inc.

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Tenneco Inc. Recruitment Team