production manager

US /prəˈdʌk.ʃən ˌmæn.ɪ.dʒər/
UK /prəˈdʌk.ʃən ˌmæn.ɪ.dʒər/
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1.

the person responsible for the physical production of a film, play, or broadcast, including managing the budget and schedule

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The production manager ensured the film stayed on budget.
She started her career as an assistant production manager.
2.

the person responsible for the planning, coordination, and control of manufacturing processes in a company

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The production manager optimized the factory's workflow.
The new production manager implemented lean manufacturing principles.