Downstream Flow Controller

Schneider Electric; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Fairfield, OH is seeking a skilled professional to oversee daily production operations and implement safety programs. The candidate will manage a team of front-line supervisors and participate in strategic planning for the manufacturing schedule.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and has over 3 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include coaching team members and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience managing production teams and processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily production operations.
• Promote ergonomic principles and employee wellness.
• Coach and mentor direct reports.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Project coordination

Ability to excel in fast paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field

Job description

You will be primarily accountable for overseeing the implementation of safety programs, manufacturing schedules, personnel, quality control, and production standards.

What will you do?

• Plan, manage, lead, and engage in daily production operations to achieve the key performance indicators (safety, on time delivery, quality, and productivity)
• Promote and implement ergonomic principles, environmental responsibility and overall employee health and wellness
• Provide world‑class service to internal and external customers
• Reports to Supply Chain Manager and directly leads a team of front‑line supervisors with an indirect scope of hourly workforce across 3 shifts (Mon‑Fri).
• Lead efforts to attain internal certification goals, ISO requirements, and total customer satisfaction
• Coach, mentor and develop all direct reports
• Ensure compliance with all quality systems to achieve the required quality levels
• Manage performance of assigned resources (material, methods, labor, machines)
• Participate in the development of the Master Production Schedule
• Champion Lean Manufacturing Initiatives (Schneider Performance System) to drive continuous improvement throughout the plant.
• Be responsible for people management including goal setting, performance management, competency development, recognition, engagement, and well‑being.
• Define training goals according to competencies and targets
• Lead change management in accordance with business and plant objectives
• Promote collaboration, diversity and inclusion within the plant and the organization
• Lead and coordinate the implementation of programs which support manufacturing strategies & goals

Reporting Structure

You will report to the Up & Downstream - EMS Planning Leader. This role is an onsite position. You are required to report to either the Fairfield or West Chester, OH facility 5 days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field is required
• 3+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and project coordination
• Ability to excel in fast paced, high performance environment

Pay Range: USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year (includes base pay and short‑term incentives).

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.