Flow Manager

Adient • Clarks Summit, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Alleima USA LLC is seeking a results‑driven Manufacturing Flow Manager to lead one of our key production flows at our Clarks Summit, PA facility. This leader will be responsible for operational performance, including safety, quality, productivity, cost control, workforce capability, and on‑time delivery. As part of our operations leadership team, you will drive continuous improvement, partner with cross‑functional departments, and ensure a high‑performance culture while effectively supervising and collaborating within a unionized manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring flow stability, improving operational performance, and supporting the long-term competitiveness of the site.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, business management, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 5–8+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving heavy industrial, metals, or complex production processes.
• Experience supervising, coaching, and collaborating within a unionized workforce.
• Demonstrated success applying Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead through change, influence cross‑functional teams, and develop talent at all levels.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with daily problem-solving and shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and employment regulations while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Provide full operational leadership for a designated manufacturing flow, ensuring excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost (SQDPC) performance.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of hourly employees and frontline leaders while maintaining strong, constructive relationships in a union environment.
• Work collaboratively with union representatives and employees to promote fairness, clear communication, and consistent application of policies.
• Drive Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives, problem‑solving, and process‑stability projects.
• Manage workforce planning, training programs, skills development, and succession planning.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Planning, and HR to improve reliability, throughput, and workflow.
• Use data and KPIs to monitor performance, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead cultural and organizational changes to improve engagement, communication, accountability, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Alleima USA LLC provides a comprehensive total compensation package including competitive salary, health/life/disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with company match.
• We also offer opportunities for professional development, leadership training, and career advancement within a global technology leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager