Production Manager Jobs in Texas

Production Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in manufacturing, food and beverage processing, oil and gas equipment production, and logistics operations at every level from first-line supervisor to senior plant manager. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio are the largest hiring metros, home to major employers such as ExxonMobil, Toyota, and Tyson Foods, which maintain lasting production operations across the state. The most sought-after specialties are lean manufacturing, supply chain operations, and quality systems management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles141+
Top employerTesla
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring58
Work type89% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Maverick Power
Production Manager
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Maverick Power
New 10h ago
Production Manager
Maverick Power
Garland, Texas
Assembly
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades

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JCPenney
Pre-Production Manager
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JCPenney
New 12h ago
Pre-Production Manager
JCPenney
Dallas, Texas
Data Analytics
Data Science
$69k - $115k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Professional Packaging Systems
Production Manager – 2nd Shift
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Professional Packaging Systems
New 13h ago
Production Manager – 2nd Shift
Professional Packaging Systems
Grand Prairie, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Human Resources
$65k - $70k/yr
On-Site

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Production Manager
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Added 1d ago
Production Manager
Custom Pipe and Fabrication
Lubbock, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Watchfire Signs
Production Manager
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Watchfire Signs
Added 1d ago
Production Manager
Watchfire Signs
Houston, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
Bachelor's degree in business
201-500

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Production Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
19 jobs
Dallas
17 jobs
Austin
12 jobs
Fort Worth
10 jobs
Brookshire
4 jobs
Midland
3 jobs
McKinney
3 jobs
Arlington
3 jobs
Richardson
3 jobs

Production Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

Tesla
Tesla6 open roles
Celestica
Celestica4 open roles
CarMax
CarMax3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Energy
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field
  • Proven experience managing production teams and meeting output targets in a manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles such as Six Sigma or Kaizen methodologies
  • Proficiency with ERP or manufacturing execution systems used on the plant floor
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, production schedules, and quality standards
  • Strong track of coordinating cross-functional teams including maintenance, quality, and logistics

Production Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production manager in Texas?

Most production managers in Texas enter the role after earning a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or operations management, then advancing from line supervisor or shift lead positions. Texas does not require a state-issued license for most production manager roles, but certifications such as Certified Production and Inventory Management from APICS or a Six Sigma Green Belt are widely recognized by Texas employers and can accelerate hiring.

Which companies hire production managers in Texas?

Employers hiring production managers in Texas right now include Tesla, Celestica, and CarMax, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's deep base of petrochemical plants, automotive assembly facilities, and large-scale food processing operations means demand for production managers is spread across a wide range of industries statewide.

Which Texas cities have the most production manager jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most production manager openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of petrochemical refineries, industrial manufacturers, and logistics hubs, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws demand from automotive suppliers, electronics assembly, and distribution centers, and San Antonio's growing advanced manufacturing and food processing base supports consistent hiring in that metro.

Are there remote production manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Production management is fundamentally a floor-level, hands-on role, so most positions require daily on-site presence at a plant or facility. About 11% of production manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to concentrate in planning-heavy or multi-site oversight roles where scheduling and reporting can be handled off-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is starting as a production supervisor, shift lead, or quality technician at a Texas manufacturing facility and working toward a manager title from within. Large Texas employers such as automotive plants in San Antonio and food processing companies in the Dallas-Fort Worth area regularly hire associates into rotational operations programs. Earning an APICS certification or a Six Sigma Green Belt while in an entry role gives candidates a concrete edge when applying for their first management position.

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

You can find and apply to production manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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