Manufacturing Manager

MasterBrand Cabinets • Howard Lake, MN

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About The Position

As the Plant Manufacturing Manager, you will oversee all aspects of plant operations to ensure production schedules are met with high-quality products, delivered on time and within budget, while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. By effectively managing production and departmental leaders, you will drive performance, optimize processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field preferred or equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience, demonstrating effective leadership and operational management.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills to foster collaboration and team success.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and maintain professional competence in all areas of manufacturing operations.
• Strong administrative and managerial capabilities, including employee development, budget management, safety compliance, and performance measurement.
• Ability to speak, hear, and see (both near and far).
• Ability to withstand frequent head/neck movement, rotation, flexion, and extension.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, reach.
• Ability to sit, crouch, kneel, lift, push, and pull.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production and shipping schedules are met in alignment with cost, quality, and safety standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to departmental team leaders, reinforcing company values, policies, and performance expectations.
• Coordinate plant activities with department managers to achieve manufacturing objectives efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Monitor production processes to ensure optimal efficiency and adherence to operational goals.
• Manage departmental budgets, controlling labor, overtime, premium freight, and repair expenses.
• Enforce company safety programs and policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality Assurance teams to enhance maintenance processes and resolve quality concerns.
• Establish and track plant performance metrics for production efficiency and quality assurance.
• Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of production and job time records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees