Branch Manager — Lean Manufacturing & Ops Leader

Brio Energy; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt Incorporated is seeking a Branch Manager to lead end-to-end branch operations, spanning production, quality, safety, and customer service. You will drive efficiency and profitability while guiding budgeting, staffing, and strategic planning.

You will champion Lean, TPM, and ISO 9001:2015 initiatives, mentor the leadership team, and partner with Sales, Manufacturing, and R&D to enhance product quality and process performance. This role is on-site in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field is required.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, product structures, and operational workflows.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies and TPM/ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for all branch operations, including production, quality, safety, and customer service.
• Ensure effective utilization of equipment, materials, labor, and processes to meet production and financial targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve profitability.
• Lead efforts to achieve profitability goals and continuous cost improvements.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and branch projections.
• Identify operational risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Branch Leadership Team and broader workforce.
• Foster a positive work environment that supports employee engagement and morale.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to improve product quality and process performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Decision making

Continuous improvement

Team development

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management

Tools

MRP systems

ISO 9001:2015

TPM

Job description

Leggett & Platt Incorporated is seeking a Branch Manager to lead end-to-end branch operations, spanning production, quality, safety, and customer service. You will drive efficiency and profitability while guiding budgeting, staffing, and strategic planning.

You will champion Lean, TPM, and ISO 9001:2015 initiatives, mentor the leadership team, and partner with Sales, Manufacturing, and R&D to enhance product quality and process performance. This role is on-site in a manufacturing environment.