Focus Factory Senior Manager

Distech Controls; Missouri; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Distech Controls is seeking a Focus Factory Manager to lead all manufacturing activities in Missouri, driving safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity. You will develop a scalable organization capable of supporting rapid growth through Lean/continuous improvement and strong leadership development.

You will build capability, manage change, and partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Product Management to ensure readiness for new products and capacity expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily manufacturing activities to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity objectives.
• Build and develop a high-performing manufacturing organization with an engaged culture.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure readiness for new product introductions and growth initiatives.
• Drive data-driven decisions, establish KPIs, and promote standard processes and visual management.
• Champion Lean principles and lead capacity planning, capability development, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Change Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Project Management

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MES

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Focus Factory Manager is responsible for leading all manufacturing activities within the assigned business unit while ensuring the highest standards of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity.

This role is accountable for developing a high-performing organization capable of supporting significant business growth through operational excellence, process discipline, continuous improvement, and effective leadership development.

The successful candidate will build scalable systems, drive organizational capability, and lead teams through periods of growth, change, and transformation while maintaining a strong customer focus.

Responsabilities :

Operational Leadership

• Lead all daily manufacturing activities to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity objectives.
• Ensure operational performance aligns with business and customer expectations.
• Monitor and communicate key performance indicators and establish effective accountability mechanisms.
• Drive problem-solving activities and support rapid issue resolution.
• Build and develop a high-performing manufacturing organization.
• Foster an engaged, inclusive, and results-oriented culture.
• Promote Acuity's Values and leadership expectations.

Capacity and Growth Management

• Develop workforce and capacity strategies aligned with business growth plans.
• Identify constraints and implement actions to increase operational capacity.
• Support facility optimization and future expansion initiatives.
• Ensure organizational readiness for new business opportunities.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish standardized processes and visual management systems.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Promote data-driven decision-making across the organization.

New Product Introduction

• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Product Management teams to ensure successful product launches.
• Support manufacturing readiness activities and capacity planning for new products.
• Manage operational risks associated with product transitions and changes.

Change Management

• Lead organizational and operational transformation initiatives.
• Drive adoption of new processes, systems, and technologies.
• Effectively communicate change and align stakeholders around business priorities.
• Create an environment that embraces continuous adaptation and improvement.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, Finance, and HR.
• Balance customer requirements with operational capabilities.
• Support enterprise-wide initiatives and strategic priorities as required.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent experience may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven success supporting growth and operational transformation.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and change management initiatives.

Preferred

• Experience supporting facility expansion or significant capacity increases.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI).

The Focus Factory Manager successfully develops an organization that can scale with business growth while maintaining operational excellence. They create strong leaders, establish robust processes, drive continuous improvement, and ensure manufacturing readiness for future business needs in an evolving and dynamic environment.