Production Manager

Bell & Associates, Inc.
Lakeland, FL

Production Manager (Bilingual Spanish Required)

📍 Lakeland, FL | 100% Onsite

💰 Base up to $90K + Bonus

About the Role

We’re working with a growing manufacturing company in Lakeland that’s scaling quickly and looking to bring on a hands-on Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations.

This is a floor-driven leadership role where you’ll be responsible for driving accountability, improving processes, and leading a team of supervisors in a fast-paced production environment.

MUST HAVE (Non-Negotiable)

  • Bilingual Spanish

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and manage daily production operations across multiple lines
  • Drive KPIs, performance metrics, and operational improvements
  • Hold supervisors and teams accountable to production goals
  • Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards (SQF)
  • Monitor production output, reconcile shifts, and maintain accurate reporting
  • Partner with leadership to improve processes and efficiency
  • Train, mentor, and develop production staff
  • Address performance issues and maintain structure on the floor

What They’re Looking For

  • 2+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing
  • Strong floor presence – not a desk manager
  • Proven ability to drive accountability and results
  • Experience working in smaller or mid-sized companies preferred
  • Data-driven mindset – comfortable working with metrics, percentages, and reporting
  • Food manufacturing experience is a plus

Tech / Tools

  • Microsoft Office required
  • Power BI is a big plus
  • Experience adapting to new systems (paper → digital environments)

Comp & Benefits

  • Base salary up to $90K
  • Bonus eligible
  • 401K with company match
  • Healthcare coverage (majority employer-paid)
  • PTO + holidays

Why This Role

  • High visibility with leadership
  • Opportunity to step into a company pushing for structure, accountability, and growth
  • Ability to make a direct impact on operations and team performance

Interview Process

  • Round 1: Plant Leadership + HR
  • Round 2: Executive Leadership

If you’re a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and can drive real results on the floor, let’s connect.

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