Production Manager at Kocher + Beck USA – Lenexa, Kansas

Production Manager at Kocher + Beck USA

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P. is part of the global Kocher + Beck Group, a leading manufacturer of high-precision rotary tooling and die-cutting technology for the label, packaging, and converting industries. From our Lenexa, KS facility, we supply customers across North and South America with flexible dies, magnetic cylinders, and related tooling.

We are looking for a hands-on Production Manager to lead our three-shift operation. This role leads approximately 80 employees, including three Production Supervisors and a Maintenance team. The goal is to execute the customer schedule safely and efficiently into positive, tangible results.

· Lead three Production Supervisors, a growing Maintenance/Facilities team across three shifts.

· Own day-to-day production execution and drive strong on-time delivery performance.

· Support company quality and scrap objectives in partnership with Quality and the RMA/customer return function.

· Coordinate maintenance activities and support rollout and use of our CMMS to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.

· Work closely with the Technical Manager to translate the production schedule into staffing and machine plans, and clear priorities.

· Develop supervisors and frontline staff, build accountability, and encourage continuous improvement.

· At least 5 years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience.

· Experience leading multiple supervisors and a larger hourly workforce (ideally 50+ employees) across multiple shifts.

· Background in precision machining, metalworking/components, label/packaging/converting, or similar high-precision, high-mix environments.

· Strong, hands-on leadership style; comfortable spending most of your time on the shop floor.

· Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and execute in a fast-moving production environment.

· Solid communication skills and a track record of coaching, developing, and holding teams accountable.

· Bachelor’s degree preferred (Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, Business or similar); equivalent experience considered.