If you are a hands-on Production Manager looking for an opportunity to lead and grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you based in Gonzales, LA! In this role, you will lead a team of dedicated front-line employees at our Lifecycle Services location, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of products. You’ll drive performance through motivation, collaboration, and continuous improvement—challenging the status quo and making a real impact every day.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Coordinates, directs, and oversees the schedules, workload and productivity of front-line employees Identify and improve current operating procedures for efficiency, safety and/or quality improvement by collecting, evaluating and assessing production data Support environmental, safety, and health programs and all ‘5S’ initiatives Responsible for employee performance management, development, recognition and communication Regularly inspects and evaluates products for quality and defects Supports quality management system programs including ISO 9001:2000 initiatives Provide communication and support to other departments and maintains positive relationships with sales channels Responsible for purchase of materials, parts and tools as well as preparation of appropriation requests for capital investments  Understands operational budget and can knowledgably articulate profit & loss impacts to Region Manager Manages and leads all aspects of inventory needs for production.

Who you are:

You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations, optimally communicate in various settings, and stayed productive and aligned with your goals.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Minimum 5 years management or supervision of direct reports in a manufacturing environment required. Will consider Emerson experience as a valuable substitute. Excellent interpersonal skills; both oral and written Strong social skills and attention to detail Ability to influence and inspire change.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Knowledge of and prior experience with Fisher products, manufacturing processes and organization preferred. Five years of experience in manufacturing preferred. Appropriate BS or BA degree preferred. Knowledge of analyzing, evaluating, diagnosing, and resolving equipment and process related problems is strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to quickly learn proprietary systems.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values!