What is the difference between a production manager and a manufacturing manager?

The difference between a production manager and a manufacturing manager is that a production manager will look at the process as a whole, from sourcing to shipping; conversely, a manufacturing manager is typically more invested in materials and equipment involved in creating a product.

While a production manager may be involved with the actual manufacturing process, they are less likely to spend a large amount of time on the detailed micro-processes involved in completing production. A manufacturing manager must pay attention to every detail involved with the actual creation of the product itself.