Production Manager

Why RHI Magnesita

RHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems, and solutions—critical for high-temperature processes across industries. With 20,000+ employees, 65 production sites, 12 recycling facilities, and 70+ sales offices, we serve customers around the world with innovation and reliability

Our North American team builds refractory products that tackle the most extreme manufacturing challenges—from advanced lithium-ion batteries and specialized glass to the steel and cement that shape our world. Our high-performance bricks and linings make it possible to melt, bend, shape, and refine materials at extreme temperatures

With nearly 200 years of expertise and a vertically integrated value chain, we help forge the materials that build industries and economies. Come get fired up with our North American team

Your Impact as Production Manager

As a Production Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our Greensboro plant’s success—leading teams, optimizing operations, and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and safety

You’ll manage supervisors and hourly employees, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that keep us ahead of the curve

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost-efficient manufacturing across production, shipping, maintenance, QA, and support teams.
• Manage production scheduling and communicate KPI performance to leadership.
• Monitor daily reports to assess cost center performance, scrap rates, overtime, and material usage.
• Enforce safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with QA, corporate, and sales teams to address customer needs.
• Prioritize maintenance and preventive actions with the Maintenance Manager.
• Coach and develop employees through training, reviews, and performance management.
• Drive LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, equipment, and resource utilization

What You Bring

• 10+ years in manufacturing, including 4+ years in upper-level supervision.
• Deep knowledge of production planning, equipment, and financial controls.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with QAD, MRP, or SAP preferred.
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles.
• Background in refractories or ceramics is a plus.

Work Environment

This role requires the ability to work in a dynamic manufacturing setting with extended periods of standing and sitting.