Manufacturing Manager I

IPG • Everetts, NC

15d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Manager I manages daily plant operations and provides leadership and direction to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved. The position oversees department supervisors and their work, develops manufacturing plans, supports continuous improvement, and manages labor and capital resources to meet business needs. As a key member of the site leadership team, the manager collaborates with other departments and external contacts and helps develop and execute the site’s annual performance plan.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a supervisor or manager role.
• Proficiency with computer-based skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and web-based technologies.
• Demonstrated manufacturing project management and continuous improvement skills, including a fundamental understanding of lean Six Sigma and IPS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload in a busy manufacturing environment and complete projects within assigned deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Business Administration, or another applicable technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee department supervisors, including assigning workloads, overseeing quality, and advocating for employee safety and health.
• Identify, develop, and prioritize manufacturing plans to achieve service, quality, and productivity goals, including continuous improvement and waste reduction projects.
• Implement and sustain IPS performance metrics and assist with progress toward assigned certification goals.
• Develop employee commitment and ownership to drive plant continuous improvement projects while adhering to safety and quality system requirements.
• Establish a vision for assigned areas that complements site and corporate vision, optimizing technology to improve performance, service, and quality.
• Manage labor and capital resources, balance labor and expense budgets, and schedule resources to support efficient operations and planned equipment maintenance.
• Participate as a key site leadership team member and interact openly with other departments, company contacts, and external contacts.
• Assist in developing and executing the annual performance plan to achieve site business goals.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed