Production Manager Jobs in Missouri

Production Manager jobs in Missouri concentrate in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where manufacturing, food processing, and consumer goods production drive steady hiring at every level from shift supervisor to plant director. Major employers with a long-standing presence across the state include Anheuser-Busch InBev, General Motors, and Cargill, which collectively maintain some of the largest production footprints in the region. Demand is especially consistent for production managers with experience in lean manufacturing, quality systems, and supply chain coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles40
Top employerSmithfield Foods
Top citySpringfield, MO
Cities hiring30
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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Production Manager
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Production Manager
Gerber Collision & Glass
Springfield, Missouri
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$49k - $70k/yr
I-CAR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Production Test Manager
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Production Test Manager
Boeing
Berkeley, Missouri
Engineering (Non-Software)
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
$141k - $191k/yr
Bachelor's degree in Physics
10,000+

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Production Manager - Second Shift
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Production Manager - Second Shift
Presort
St. Louis, Missouri
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management

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Production Manager
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Production Manager
Savers/Value Village
Town and Country, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Assistant Production Manager - Non-Manufacturing
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Assistant Production Manager - Non-Manufacturing
Origin Exterior Partners
Saint Charles, Missouri
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
On-Site

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Production Manager Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Springfield
5 jobs
St. Louis
3 jobs
Kansas City
3 jobs
Nevada
2 jobs
Hazelwood
2 jobs
Coffey
1 job
Joplin
1 job
Diamond
1 job
Liberty
1 job

Production Manager Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Smithfield Foods3 open roles
Boeing2 open roles
CARVANA2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Agriculture & Farming

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production manager jobs across Missouri.

  • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field
  • Proven experience managing production teams in a manufacturing or processing environment
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Ability to read and interpret production schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations
  • Proficiency with production planning software and ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team coordination

Production Manager Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production manager in Missouri?

Most production manager roles in Missouri require a bachelor's degree in operations management, industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or a closely related field, though some employers advance candidates from within based on shop-floor experience. Missouri does not require a state-issued license specifically for production managers, but credentials such as the Certified Production and Inventory Management designation from APICS and OSHA safety training are widely expected by Missouri manufacturers and food processors.

Which companies hire production managers in Missouri?

Companies currently hiring production managers in Missouri include Smithfield Foods, Boeing, and CARVANA, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Missouri's deep base of automotive, food and beverage, and defense manufacturing means hiring activity stays active across both the Kansas City and St. Louis metro areas year-round.

Which Missouri cities have the most production manager jobs?

Springfield, St. Louis, and Kansas City account for the largest share of production manager openings in Missouri. Kansas City anchors hiring through its automotive assembly and food processing plants, St. Louis draws demand from its aerospace, chemicals, and consumer goods sectors, and Springfield supports openings through regional distribution centers and mid-sized manufacturers concentrated in the Ozarks corridor.

Are there remote production manager jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of production manager openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely include scheduling, reporting, vendor communication, and continuous improvement planning, while direct floor oversight remains on-site.

How can I get hired as a production manager in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a production supervisor or shift lead role at a Missouri manufacturer and building from there. Large employers such as General Motors, Cargill, and Anheuser-Busch InBev run structured operations trainee and rotational programs that accept recent graduates in engineering or supply chain. Adjacent roles like quality technician, logistics coordinator, and production planner are common stepping stones, and earning an APICS certification early gives candidates a measurable edge over other applicants.

Where can I find and apply to production manager jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to production manager jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and target industry, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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