Focus Factory Manager

Siemens; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 91,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens seeks a Factory Focus Manager to lead the Focus Factory at the Southaven Distribution Center, MS. You will supervise Fabrication, Machining, and Base Assembly operations, driving Lean initiatives to improve safety, quality, and delivery.

You will champion continuous improvement, mentor team members, manage budgeting, and collaborate across functions to meet output targets and customer expectations. This role requires travel and strong leadership in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering; leadership experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience in a factory setting.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%.
• Ability to prioritize, empower, and lead others to results.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for Fabrication, Machining and Base Assembly builds.
• Drive zero defects and on-time delivery through Lean initiatives.
• Improve inventory discipline and production flow to meet accuracy and turnover targets.
• Develop and manage the annual budget.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to achieve plan goals.
• Lead Change Leadership to drive improvements.
• Collaborate with peers to deliver results.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Travel ability

Microsoft Office

Verbal & written communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Factory Focus Manager

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Factory Focus Manager

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

We are looking for Focus Factory Manager. This position will be based at the Southaven Distribution Center, in Southaven, MS.

As a Focus-Factory Manufacturing Manager with the world’s most respected manufacturer of automatic transfer switches and power control systems. You will lead a team responsible for the operations for Fabrication, Machining and Base Assembly builds for the business.

Your leadership and operational expertise will be employed making the world a safer and more reliable place: think hospitals, data centers, utilities, mass transportation, and other aspects of life as we know it that need reliable power systems. You will part of a team providing solutions to the world’s growing need for dependable critical infrastructure.

You will make an impact by:

• Support a Zero Harm Culture to ensure employee safety.
• Drive continuous improvement of processes and systems to achieve zero defects.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by reducing lead times and providing high levels of on-time delivery.
• Support your team to continually identify and eliminate waste from the manufacturing processes by applying Lean Manufacturing concepts and digital factory technology.
• Improve foundational inventory discipline and production flow to meet inventory accuracy and inventory turn-over requirements.
• Develop an annual budget and manage alignment to it.
• Champion an environment of partnership and a focus on achieving results within your team and across peer groups.
• Deliver effective Change Leadership to drive business improvements.
• Lead performance by providing frequent feedback and mentoring team members to achieve plan goals.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering highly preferred (High school diploma or state-recognized GED is the minimum education requirement—candidates with the right manufacturing leadership experience will be considered)
• Validated experience in a manufacturing/factory operations leadership role (preferably in a make-to-order or engineer-to-order environment) with proven knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques
• Ability to travel 10%
• Proven ability to prioritize, empower, and lead others to achieve results.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to present and promote new insights and products.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with automation and digital manufacturing technology
• Lean, Six Sigma certifications
• SAP knowledge

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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