Manufacturing Manager

Fibox Inc•Glen Burnie, MD

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production of Fibox products. This role oversees production teams, drives operational excellence, and partners cross-functionally to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. The Manufacturing Manager plays a key role in developing people, improving processes, and supporting Fibox’s commitment to continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred
5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience leading teams in a production setting with measurable performance outcomes
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production planning, and labor management
Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and KPI-driven performance management
Working knowledge of safety regulations and quality systems
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools

Responsibilities

Lead and manage day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer delivery commitments
Translate production plans into daily execution, ensuring optimal labor, materials, and equipment utilization
Monitor and manage key manufacturing KPIs (safety, quality, productivity, scrap, on-time delivery) and take corrective action as needed
Directly manage and develop supervisors and production staff, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork
Coach leaders on performance management, employee development, and effective communication
Partner with HR on hiring, onboarding, training, and employee relations matters
Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
Ensure manufacturing processes align with quality requirements, work instructions, and ISO-related standards (where applicable)
Address quality issues proactively, drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, standard work, and process consistency
Utilize Lean manufacturing tools and problem-solving methodologies to improve throughput and reduce cost
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to support process improvements and new product introductions
Communicate production performance, challenges, and improvement plans to leadership
Support budgeting, labor planning, and capital equipment justification as needed
Ensure clear communication flows between shifts, departments, and leadership