Site Production Manager

Jabil•Memphis, TN

11d

About The Position

The Site Production Manager plans, directs, and coordinates production, machinery, processing, and packaging operations across the entire site. The role oversees production operations across several workcells (business units) and the staff within those units, serving as the head of the production matrix. The position leads hiring, development, performance management, and succession planning for Assistant Manufacturing Managers, Line Managers, and MITs. It establishes measurable goals, drives operational improvement, supports communication across teams, and ensures teams remain focused on organizational objectives. The role defines and implements a manufacturing strategy aligned with campus strategic directions, manages departmental costs and forecasts, and drives continuous improvement through analysis and metrics. It ensures efficient procedures, customer service, policy and safety compliance, and the sharing of best practices across Jabil facilities.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing management role in a large, fast-paced, matrixed environment.
Proven track record of successful people management.
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues quickly.
Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Knowledge of ISO requirements and other relevant regulatory standards.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Recruit, interview, and hire Assistant Manufacturing Managers, Line Managers, and MITs; communicate candidate criteria to recruiters and coach hiring participants.
Monitor team member turnover, identify improvement opportunities, and address team and individual development needs.
Create or validate training curricula and coach and mentor managers to deliver excellent service to internal and external customers.
Create and manage succession plans for Assistant Manufacturing Managers, Line Managers, and MITs.
Establish measurable individual and team goals, including operational metrics, project timelines, training documentation, attendance, role knowledge, and development goals.
Solicit feedback and provide ongoing coaching and counseling to Manufacturing Managers.
Conduct timely, professional team member evaluations and ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently.
Drive continuous improvement in operational metrics and achievement of organizational goals.
Coordinate large teams and maintain focus during crises; provide forums for exchanging ideas and information.
Communicate clearly, encourage team input, and adapt communication style to individual team members.
Understand campus strategic directions and define, develop, and implement a manufacturing strategy aligned with them.
Provide regular strategy execution updates to the Manufacturing and Operations Manager.
Identify cost-reduction opportunities by streamlining, consolidating, or redesigning processes and systems; monitor costs and trends and provide feedback to relevant managers.
Prepare timely departmental forecasts and compare forecast results with historical actuals for trend assessment and analysis.
Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting, analysis, and metrics management.
Assess workcell data-gathering methods and ensure procedures and work instructions are efficient and nonredundant.
Recommend and implement improvements and best practices, and establish new measurement systems where appropriate.
Prioritize customer service by anticipating and exceeding expectations and resolving problems quickly and effectively.
Support troubled workcells and product launches directly when needed, leading by example and reinforcing a back-to-basics approach.
Share knowledge and best practices with other Jabil facilities.
Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, including health, safety, quality, and security requirements.
Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and comply with applicable safety and health rules and supervisor directions.
Read, analyze, interpret, and communicate information from technical, scientific, financial, and legal documents, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision insurance with HRA and HSA options
401K match
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Commuter benefits
Employee assistance program
Pet insurance
Adoption assistance
Annual merit increases
Community volunteer opportunities