Production Manager Jobs in Arlington, VA

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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Event Services Production Supervisor

  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Department: Auxiliary Services and Operations Classification: Public Relations & Mktg Spec 2 Job Category: Classified Staff Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)...

Director Production Quality

  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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...

Landmark Honda Automotive Technician and Entry Level Shop Foreman - Up To $47 per Flat Rate Hour

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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 to...

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...

BMW of Alexandria Automotive Technician and Entry Level Shop Foreman - Up To $56 per Flat Rate Hour

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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 to...

Director Production Quality

  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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 Supervisor

  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 9 days ago

You will assist the Production Manager in executing daily production tasks according to defined production schedules and ensure adherence to company policies and compliance with the organizations ISO9001...

Production Supervisor

  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Maintain inventory of Shop Supplies / Consumable Floor Stock Demonstrate thorough knowledge in lean manufacturing to minimize waste without sacrificing productivity....

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 - Tissue Processing

  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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 (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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 (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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....

NAC Consumables Production Manager

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 21 days ago

Company Description With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany, and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver critical genomics to our diverse customer...

Manager, Process Manager Well Managed Account Opening Retail Bank

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 25 days ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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...

Configuration Management Process Manager

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 26 days ago

ABOUT US We're the world's leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value - across borders, through cities and overseas. No...

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Salary for Production Manager Jobs in Arlington, VA

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

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Highest Education Level

Production Managers in Arlington, VA 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 Arlington, VA
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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