Manufacturing Manager

Keter North America•Anderson, IN

10h

About The Position

The Manufacturing Manager oversees all aspects of the production process, maintaining efficiency, quality, and safety standards. The role focuses on continuous improvement, innovation, process optimization, and integrating lean manufacturing principles. The position works closely with cross-functional teams to identify, implement, and monitor improvement initiatives across the manufacturing lifecycle. The manager oversees daily manufacturing-floor operations and production planning, leads manufacturing supervisors and staff, and drives quality assurance, compliance, performance measurement, and operational improvements. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations and has four direct reports across a 24/7 operation, with oversight of approximately 120 direct and indirect production associates.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, and Root Cause Analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to drive results in a dynamic environment.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, balancing daily operations with long-term strategic goals.
Experience in budgeting, resource allocation, and cost control.
Familiarity with quality standards and certifications such as ISO and QS.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field, or 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing management role, including at least 3 years focused on continuous improvement initiatives.
Proven experience implementing lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement frameworks.
Familiarity with ERP systems and other manufacturing software.
Ability to push, pull, lift, move, and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to frequently reach overhead, stoop, bend, and kneel.
Ability to wear required PPE, including safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, and a cutting glove and sleeve.

Responsibilities

Manage daily manufacturing-floor operations to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.
Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, and quality teams to support production schedules and product flow.
Supervise production staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
Lead continuous improvement using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement methods.
Assess manufacturing processes and identify ways to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and lower costs.
Develop and execute improvement initiatives aligned with company goals and strategic objectives.
Guide manufacturing supervisors, operators, and support staff; promote engagement, innovation, and proactive problem-solving.
Conduct training on lean principles, process optimization, and best practices.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations and promote a safe work environment.
Implement quality control measures and work with the quality assurance team to resolve non-conformances and determine corrective actions.
Drive adherence to relevant manufacturing standards; analyze production data, monitor quality trends, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Develop and track KPIs for manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and team performance.
Report continuous improvement initiative progress and performance to senior leadership and provide the team with updates on metrics and goals.
Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, Procurement, Maintenance, and other departments to resolve operational challenges and improve production processes.
Communicate project status, issues, and improvement opportunities to upper management and participate in cross-functional meetings to align on strategic initiatives.