https://JOBS.SYNIGENT.COM/ en-us Synigent is seeking an experienced Manager, Production Planning for one of our clients to lead production planning and control for a Richmond-area manufacturing operation. This role will oversee a team of approximately 17 employees and ensure production schedules, materials, capacity, and resources are aligned to meet customer demand and delivery targets.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules across manufacturing operations.
• Lead and develop the production planning team.
• Balance customer demand with capacity, inventory, materials, and labor.
• Monitor production performance and resolve scheduling or material constraints.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems and production data to improve planning and execution.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Customer Service to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience with 3–5+ years of leadership experience.
• Strong background in production planning, scheduling, production control, and inventory management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred: APICS or Six Sigma certification and automotive or aerospace manufacturing experience.

Sound like you, or someone you know? Let's talk today
 
]]> Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 EDT 0 Synigent is seeing an experienced Tool & Die Maker for one of our clients to support manufacturing operations in South Chesterfield, VA. This role will design, build, modify, and repair tooling and dies while also supporting engineering prototypes and maintenance needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, repair, and modify tooling and progressive dies
• Set up and operate conventional and CNC machining equipment, including lathes, mills, jig bores, and surface grinders
• Work from blueprints, engineering drawings, sketches, and specifications
• Fabricate prototype and equipment repair parts
• Perform precision measuring, welding, machining, and heat treatment
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting and equipment repairs as needed

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Tool & Die / machine shop experience
• Progressive die experience required
• Strong blueprint reading and precision measurement skills
• Experience with Mastercam, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks
• Knowledge of metallurgy, heat treatment, geometry, and trigonometry
• Machinist certificate or equivalent technical training preferred
• High school diploma/GED required

Experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, robotics, or automated manufacturing equipment is a plus.

Great pay and benefits are available on Day 1
]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 EDT 0 IT Warehouse Support Analyst for one of our clients in the Memphis region. This role will provide hands-on technology support across multiple warehouse/distribution facilities. This role supports everything from traditional IT infrastructure to the technology that keeps warehouse operations running.

This is a contract-to-hire, onsite, and 1st shift position. Off-hour on-call support is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, networking hardware, RF handhelds/printers, tablets, warehouse robotics, Put-to-Light and MHE systems.
• Provide Level 1 support for WMS and related warehouse applications.
• Troubleshoot network and connectivity issues.
• Deploy new hardware and warehouse technologies.
• Document system configurations, processes, changes, and issue resolutions.
• Work independently to prioritize and resolve operational technology issues.
• Provide occasional off-hours/on-call support and travel between local facilities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on IT support experience, ideally in warehouse, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing.
• Experience supporting WMS or Tier 1 ERP/WMS systems.
• Strong networking troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with RF devices, barcode/labeling technology, and warehouse hardware.
• NiceLabel experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and time-management skills.

Sound like you or someone you know? Let’s talk today
 ]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 EDT 0 Join a growing manufacturing organization focused on Lean transformation and operational excellence. Synigent is seeking a hands-on Kaizen Leader for one of our clients in Appanoose County, IA. They must have experience leading Kaizen events, coaching Lean tools, and driving measurable process improvements in a manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of CI/Lean experience, strong knowledge of tools like 5S, VSM, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke, and a passion for building a continuous improvement culture.

This is a highly visible role with direct impact across operations in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment. Relocation assistance available.

Apply today to help shape the future of manufacturing operations
]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 EDT 0 Synigent is seeking an Industrial Engineer for our client in the Memhis, TN region. This role will drive operational improvements across a fast-paced distribution and warehouse environment. This highly visible role will focus on process optimization, labor efficiency, warehouse layout design, Lean initiatives, and cost savings across multiple facilities.

Ideal candidates will have experience implementing measurable operational improvements within distribution, warehousing, or production environments and be comfortable working directly with operations leadership and executive teams.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead process improvement and Lean initiatives across distribution operations
• Analyze workflows, labor standards, KPIs, layouts, and material flow
• Develop warehouse layouts and operational solutions using CAD and engineering tools
• Conduct time studies and support labor planning initiatives
• Drive measurable cost savings, productivity improvements, and operational efficiencies
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, leadership, and customers on improvement projects

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
• 2–4+ years of Industrial Engineering experience in distribution, warehousing, or manufacturing
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong knowledge of WMS systems, data analysis, labor standards, and process optimization
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to work directly with leadership teams
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred

This role offers exposure to large-scale operational initiatives, multi-site projects, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on distribution performance and customer operations. Moderate travel between regional distribution centers required.
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