
Production Manager (2nd Shift)
Copeland · Natchitoches, LA
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 4 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management production role at Copeland (industrial) in Natchitoches, LA. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
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- ✓ Team leadership 42%
- ✓ Lean 35%
- Root cause 32%
- EHS / safety 26%
- New product launch 25%
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This plant: Copeland in Natchitoches
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Required education, experience, & skills
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent minimally required.
- ✓Eight (8) years of experience as a Production Supervisor in a large, high-volume manufacturing setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- ✓Demonstrated leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- ✓Proven track record of successfully leading teams and driving operational excellence.
- ✓Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a diverse team.
- ✓Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing production challenges.
- ✓Strong orientation for continuous improvement.
- ✓Demonstrated ability to collaborate well cross-functionally and work well at all levels of the organization.
- ✓Resourceful, proactive, high energy, results driven.
- ✓Ability to work both independently and within a team, generating results with general/minimal guidance from management.
- ✓Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and familiarity with manufacturing software and reporting tools.
Preferred education, experience, & skills
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- ✓Three (3) years of experience as a Shift Manager in a large, high-volume manufacturing environment.
- ✓Experience with lean manufacturing or similar continuous process improvement.
Why Work in the Greater Natchitoches, LA Area
Our facility is located in Natchitoches, LA , known as the “City of Lights.” Natchitoches is a charming, historic, southern town that is home to Northwestern State University, the movie “Steel Magnolias,” and the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. We are conveniently located within driving distance between two larger cities, Shreveport and Alexandria . The area’s generally low cost of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. Natchitoches offers excellent restaurants, shopping areas, art galleries, and numerous festivals throughout the year, making this an exciting place to live and work. In addition, Natchitoches was recently voted as the Best Small Town in Louisiana by the readers of “Southern Living”.
About Our Location
Alliance Compressors LLC develops, manufactures, and markets one through six-ton scroll compressors. Scroll compressors are used in commercial and residential air conditioning units. The current facility is over 365,000 square feet of manufacturing space and over 35,000 square feet of office space. This climate-controlled facility is the third-largest manufacturing business in the area and offers its 600+ employees many opportunities for advancement.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at on
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About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
If you are a Production Manager looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based out of our Natchitoches, LA location, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of second shift operations. Your expertise will be vital in driving efficient production processes and upholding our high-quality standards. You will lead a dedicated team of two salaried supervisors and approximately 50-60 hourly employees. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will spearhead initiatives to optimize productivity, enhance operational performance, and foster a culture of collaboration and safety for the department.
As a production manager, you will
- •Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors and hourly employees, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.
- •Ensure production targets are met while maintaining quality standards and operational efficiency.
- •Monitor production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to optimize workflow.
- •Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to troubleshoot production issues and ensure minimal downtime.
- •Lead shift meetings to communicate production goals, safety protocols, and updates to the team.
- •Enforce safety protocols and promote a culture of safety awareness among all team members.
- •Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
- •Ensure all procedures, reporting, and policies are followed and has authority to directly address or correct any non-conformance.
- •Completes or ensures proper paperwork, record-keeping, data entry.
Schedule
This position has the working hours of 4:00 pm - 2:30 am (four 10-hour shifts) and is fully onsite.
