Manufacturing Manager

Momentive Technologies•Strongsville, OH

About The Position

About Momentive Technologies Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications. Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.momentivetech.com. Manufacturing Manager (Inspection & Finishing) The Manufacturing Manager leads the Finishing and Inspection area, specializing in the manufacturing of Engineering Coated Technology products sold in the semiconductor and aviation industries. Responsible for all performance aspects of the operation, including safety, quality, cost, delivery, training and capital projects for the Finishing and Inspection area.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in engineering or related field
5+ years’ experience in an Operations related discipline
Strong leadership and motivation skills within all layers of the business
Confident communications, both written and verbal
Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Proven organization skills in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in engineering or related field
5+ years of progressive leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
3+ years of experience with Project Management and Capital Projects
Experience in a manufacturing environment with Chemical Processes
Six Sigma Greenbelt certification, with solid statistical analysis and problem-solving expertise
SAP experience (or comparable ERP knowledge)

Responsibilities

Lead initiates in the planning and scheduling of production requirements of the Finishing and Inspection area; coordinates with the Furnace Room to minimize downtime within both areas of operation.
Responsible for leading the execution and quality of Finishing and Inspection related production requirements and needs within the ECT business.
Responsible for identifying constraints within the manufacturing process associated with the Finishing & Inspection area of ECT; lead continuous improvement projects to maximize efficiencies within the area of operation.
Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Hourly associates.
Develop operation plans that include cost, volume, and resource requirements to meet both external and internal customers.
Drive cost-reduction projects for year-over-year productivity as well as departmental specific capital programs.
Eliminate at-risk conditions and behaviors in the operation to continuously improve the team’s environmental, health, and safety performance.
Lead and/or support all aspects of the site’s EHS programs, processes, and goals.
Lead team in Lean Six Sigma projects towards lead time reduction, yield and customer quality improvement, more effective cash flow utilization, and overall process improvement.
Drive a Semiconductor mindset in the Inspection & Finishings Areas of the Engineering Coated Technologies Department.
Support the 5-year growth path by providing leadership, strategic direction, and process improvements within all Departments.
Support the entrepreneurial spirit in support of key new product introductions and other technology innovations.