Manufacturing Leader

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Department Leader is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the manufacturing department to ensure efficient production, quality standards, and safety compliance. This role involves leading a team of supervisors and production staff, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet organizational goals.

Essential Job Duties/Functions (Not all inclusive)

• Lead and manage manufacturing operations to meet production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and optimize processes.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and support cost reduction efforts.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare reports for senior management.
• Participate in strategic planning and budgeting for the department.
• Manage cost of manufacturing by keeping operational expenses within budget and investigating cost-reduction measures.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field (preferred).

Work Experience

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Required & Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven interpersonal skills and a strong ability to build rapport with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic global environment with multiple changing priorities.

Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

The performance of this position normally requires exposure to a typical manufacturing environment that requires the use of personal protective equipment including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection. Manufacturing areas may be affected by outside temperatures and machining.

Physical Demands

The physical demands represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires the ability to: sit, kneel, crouch, stoop, stand, walk, climb ramps and/or stairs at various times throughout the day; read, work with a computer and keyboard; hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery, sirens, and alarms); speak to express or exchange ideas with, impart oral information to include instructions; vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception.