Production Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

A Production Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of manufacturing plants and similar places. Their duties include planning, coordinating, and controlling the manufacturing processes, ensuring goods are produced efficiently and that the right amount of products are of good quality and cost-effective. They work with other team members to implement the company's policies and goals, monitor production standards, and implement quality-control programs. They also play a key role in the maintenance of equipment and machinery, ensuring they are in good working condition for optimal productivity.

Key skills and qualifications include a degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field, experience in a similar leadership role, strong understanding of industry and market trends, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Certifications such as Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Production Manager, one could have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Inspector, or Operations Manager.

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Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Analyze problems that arise and determine actions that will minimize the problems, decrease costs and/or improve yields, recommend changes to Production Manager and, upon approval, implement those changes...

Dairy Production Supervisor

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

A dairy manufacturing company in western Wisconsin is seeking three Production Supervisors (1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts) to join their leadership team and develop their management skills. This company...

Director Production Quality

  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Director Production Quality Req ID #: 226697 Rockville, MD, US Full time For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of...

Porsche Arlington Automotive Technician and Entry Level Shop Foreman - Up To $57 per Flat Rate Hour

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Here at Rosenthal Automotive, we care for our employees as much as our customers. At our company, we are committed to helping you G.R.O.W. (Guidance. Respect. Opportunity. Worth.) We are looking...

Director Production Quality

  • Potomac, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Potomac, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant...

Production Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago

PRODUCTION MANAGER Have you ever dreamed of managing the perfect manufacturing plant?...

Production Supervisor

  • Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Work directly on the production line when necessary to cover shortages and identify improvement opportunities....

Audi Arlington Automotive Technician and Entry Level Shop Foreman - Up To $58 per Flat Rate Hour

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Here at Rosenthal Automotive, we care for our employees as much as our customers. At our company, we are committed to helping you G.R.O.W. (Guidance. Respect. Opportunity. Worth) We are looking to...

Production Supervisor 1

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Job Description: Summary: Vulcan, recognized by chefs and operators around the world as the best-in-class supplier for premier, energy-efficient foodservice equipment, is seeking a Production...

Production Supervisor - Tissue Processing

  • Columbia, MD
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 14 days ago

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Minimum of 2+ years of supervisory experience Prior lean manufacturing experience preferred Prior clean room experience preferred Prior...

Process Manager, Sr. Associate (Hybrid)

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Process Manager, Sr. Associate (Hybrid) As a Senior Associate Process Manager on the Enterprise Payments Strategy & Analytics team, you will be part of a highly collaborative, talented team...

Senior Process Manager

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Senior Process Manager#25-51445 Mclean, VA All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Financial company, is looking for a Senior Process Manager for their Mclean, VA/ Richmond, VA location....

Manager, Process Manager Well Managed Account Opening Retail Bank

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 25 days ago

Manager, Process Manager Well Managed Account Opening| Retail Bank Capital One, a Fortune 500 company and one of the nation's top 10 banks, offers a broad spectrum of financial products and...

Principal Associate, Process Manager (Hybrid)

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 26 days ago

Principal Associate, Process Manager (Hybrid) Retail Bank ATM & Cash team is seeking a high performing Principal Process Manager to serve as the subject matter expert on 3rd party ATM networks and...

Technical Process Manager

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 26 days ago

Technical Process Manager Come and solve interesting and complex product delivery problems on our Audit Analytics & Innovation team that is designing and helping build next-generation auditing...

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for Production Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Managers in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
High School or GED
18.0%
Master's Degree
17.3%
Associate's Degree
10.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.4%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Managers in Columbia, MD
1-2 years
28.4%
4-6 years
21.2%
10+ years
13.2%
2-4 years
13.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
None
7.5%
Less than 1 year
5.5%
8-10 years
1.2%



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