Production Manager Jobs in Farmingdale, NJ

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

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Production Supervisor Unitex is experiencing unprecedented growth! Due to this growth, we are in search of a highly skilled Production Supervisor for our facility in New Brunswick, NJ. Schedule:...

Production Supervisor

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

True North Salmon, a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada's Best Managed Companies Program has an...

Production Manager (Edison, NJ)

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Job Ref: 168627 Location: Edison, NJ 08817 Location Flexibility: Onsite Category: Logistics and Warehouse Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Exempt Pay Basis Yearly Pay Range $82000.00 - $133000.00...

Production Supervisor

  • Sayreville, NJ (20 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Sayreville, NJ (20 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

Production Supervisor Warehouse 48.07 / Hour location_on Parlin, New Jersey work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border COPY LINK link Location: Parlin, NJ Adecco is hiring for a Production...

Extrusion Team Lead 3rd Shift

  • North Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Company Description Job Description JOB DETAILS Pay starts at $26-$28 per hour plus $1 per hour shift differential 3rd Shift: 11pm-7:30am Monday-Friday Duties and Responsibilities Administers,...

Production Supervisor 2nd Shift

  • North Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Company Description Job Description We are seeking a dynamic Production Supervisor for our 2nd shift operations in North Brunswick, NJ. In this role, you will lead, coach, and develop a team of...

Production Supervisor

  • Jamesburg, NJ (15 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Jamesburg, NJ (15 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Respond to variety of emergency alarms (visual and audio) and communicate evacuation direction safely. 7.0 Organizational Relationship 7.1 Reports to Production Manager Responsibilities Schedule: Friday-Tuesday...

Route Production Supervisor

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Route Production Supervisor Edison, NJ, 100 Clover Pl, Edison, New Jersey, United States of America Req #20376 Wednesday, February 5, 2025 GardaWorld is shaping the future of cash management! We...

Plastics Manufacturing Production Manager

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

The Production Manager provides leadership and directs manufacturing personnel in the safe, efficient, high quality manufacture and on time production of the company’s products in accordance with...

Plastics Manufacturing Production Manager Opportunity!

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

The Production Manager provides leadership and directs manufacturing personnel in the safe, efficient, high quality manufacture and on time production of the company’s products in accordance with...

Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

  • Hazlet, NJ (15 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (15 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Lead continuous improvement activities and implement lean manufacturing concepts....

Food Production Supervisor

  • Freehold, NJ (6 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (6 miles from Farmingdale, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Jersey Shore CML is currently hiring for a Food Production Supervisor to join our central manufacturing facility. Please note, this is not a remote position. The Food Production Supervisor...

Demographic Data for Farmingdale, NJ

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Production Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Production Manager Jobs in Farmingdale, NJ

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 Farmingdale, NJ 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 Farmingdale, NJ
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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