Hands-On Manufacturing Leader — High-Growth Plant Ops

Virginia Transformer Corp; Troutville (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Virginia Transformer Corp in Troutville, Virginia is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead production operations on-site. This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, quality, delivery, and cost, with accountability across the manufacturing floor.

You will guide supervisors, collaborate with quality, engineering, maintenance, and HR, and drive continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, and workforce development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5+ years of manufacturing management experience.
• Experience managing production supervisors and hourly employees.
• Strong leadership and floor presence on the manufacturing floor.
• Experience in transformer/electrical equipment manufacturing desirable.
• Proven track record in safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost targets.
• Develop supervisors into stronger leaders and manage across shifts.
• Partner with Engineering and Maintenance on process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Promote teamwork and cross-department communication.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Floor leadership

Team leadership

Problem solving

Prioritization

Communication

Accountability

MS Office

ERP/MRP/MES

Shift support

Education

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

5+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

ERP / MRP / MES

Job description

Virginia Transformer Corp in Troutville, Virginia is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead production operations on-site. This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, quality, delivery, and cost, with accountability across the manufacturing floor.

You will guide supervisors, collaborate with quality, engineering, maintenance, and HR, and drive continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, and workforce development.