Business Unit Manager Manufacturing

ManpowerGroup; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

ManpowerGroup seeks a Business Unit Manager Manufacturing in Holland, MI to lead plant operations and drive world-class performance across the shop floor. You will guide daily activities, set strategic direction, and mentor manufacturing teams to achieve operational excellence.

With 3–5 years of automotive manufacturing engineering experience, you will optimize processes, reduce costs, and champion lean initiatives to improve productivity and quality while maintaining budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in automotive manufacturing environments.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, systems, quality standards, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams while fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Strong communication, project management, and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations to achieve world-class performance and manage daily activities.
• Provide technical expertise and management to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and eliminate waste.
• Develop, review, and maintain budgets and expenses to align with organizational goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams to establish and maintain stable production schedules, labor requirements, and material flow.
• Champion continuous improvement projects, lean manufacturing techniques, and product innovations to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Lean manufacturing

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or engineering

Job description

Our client, a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a Business Unit Manager Manufacturing to join their team. As a Business Unit Manager Manufacturing, you will be part of the Operations Department supporting manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering with an interest to transition into operational leadership.

Job Title: Business Unit Manager Manufacturing

Location: Holland, Michigan

Pay Range: $120,000 - $135,000

What's the Job?

• Ensure that plant operations demonstrate world-class performance by leading strategic initiatives and managing daily activities.

• Provide technical expertise and management to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and eliminate waste.

• Develop, review, and maintain budgets and expenses to ensure financial performance aligns with organizational goals.

• Lead cross-functional teams to establish and maintain stable production schedules, labor requirements, and material flow.

• Champion continuous improvement projects, lean manufacturing techniques, and product innovations to enhance operational efficiency.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.

• 3-5 years of successful engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environments.

• Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, systems, quality standards, and lean manufacturing principles.

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams while fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Strong communication, project management, and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive results.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead a dynamic manufacturing operation with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience and expertise.

• Engagement in a supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package (see files).

• Chance to make a significant impact on operational excellence and organizational success.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.