Production Manager

DAC Worldwide is seeking a Production Manager to lead and optimize our manufacturing operations in Swedesboro, NJ. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives on driving efficiency, building strong teams, and manufacturing high-quality products in a fast-paced environment.

If you’re passionate about manufacturing, continuous improvement, collaborative leadership, and making a meaningful impact through your work, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Hire, lead, coach, and develop a high-performing production team
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily production activities
• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand
• Act as a technical resource for product production [KP1]
• Ensure safe, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing processes
• Streamline operations and improve efficiency [KP2] through process improvement
• Coordinate with purchasing and engineering departments to ensure timely and cost-effective material flow

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience
• 5+ years of manufacturing and leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, drawings, and technologies:
  • CNC/manual machining, welding, assembly, and finishing
  • Mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Experience with modern manufacturing methods such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality, and/or ISO
• Experience with manufacturing systems such as production planning, inventory, and ERP systems
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Why Join Us

We’re committed to you being happy inside and outside of work.

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• No required weekends so you can spend time with family and hobbies
• Day shift schedule for all employees - we prioritize work-life balance
• Climate-controlled facility for a comfortable work environment

You will be part of something special. DAC Worldwide's parent company, Amatrol, has been a family-owned business since 1981. We design and build training systems that help people learn the skills needed to secure better jobs and build meaningful careers.

Note: In order to be considered for this position, candidates must submit a current, chronological resume showing relevant work experience. Please contact Human Resources if you need any accommodations during the job application process due to a disability. DAC Worldwide LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

*This position is not eligible for placement by outside recruitment or staffing agencies.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Swedesboro, NJ 08085: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervision in manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
• Modern manufacturing methods such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality, and/or ISO): 10 years (Preferred)
• Production control, inventory control and scheduling: 10 years (Preferred)
• ERP software tools: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Our highly interactive eLearning, hands-on simulators, and more train tomorrow’s global workforce for many diverse industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, packaging, etc. Colleges, universities, high schools, and businesses use our made-in-the-USA products to teach individuals technical and workplace skills ranging from entry level basic technical skills to advanced technology troubleshooting for both degree and certification preparation.