Head of Manufacturing (US)

Texmo; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Working

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Family Support and Care

Uniform

Paid Holiday

Subsidised Healthy Meals

Work-Life Balance

Annual Health Check-ups

Teamwork

Safety and Working for the Community

Open and Transparent Culture

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Warsaw, United States is seeking a Head of Manufacturing to oversee all production, logistics, and maintenance operations. This strategic role requires extensive experience in manufacturing leadership and lean principles, aiming to drive efficiency and compliance. The candidate will lead a team of approximately 90 employees, ensuring workplace safety and aligning operational strategies with business objectives. Competitive benefits and a focus on work-life balance are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role within a complex production environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of production, logistics, and maintenance.
• Lead and develop production planning & control operations.
• Collaborate with leadership to define operational strategies.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Head of Manufacturing (US) • Texmo Blank
Warsaw, United States • Manufacturing Operations

The Head of Manufacturing plays a critical role in managing all facets of production, logistics, and maintenance within the organization. This position requires a solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and is tasked with spearheading lean transformation initiatives across manufacturing teams. Key responsibilities include ensuring workplace safety, improving on-time delivery, quality, optimizing inventory, and productivity to enhance overall competitiveness. Leading a team of approximately 90 employees, the Head of Manufacturing will prioritize daily management routines, continuous improvement, align strategic goals, and foster cross‑functional collaboration to support the company in achieving its business objectives. Demonstrated ability to drive efficiency, cost savings, and operational excellence. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a driven manufacturing leader to shape the future of production operations and contribute to the company's long‑term success.

Operational Leadership

• Lead and develop the production planning & control operations, logistics, and maintenance functions, ensuring alignment with business goals and lean manufacturing principles.
• Drive the company’s lean transformation to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimise processes.
• Ensure production operations meet safety, quality, and delivery expectations while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Own plant level operational KPIs to drive performance improvements and achieve targets.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork within the manufacturing organization.

Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with the VP of Operations and leadership team to define and execute operational strategies in line with company objectives.
• Develop and implement medium‑ and long‑term manufacturing plans to support business growth.
• Identify and drive initiatives for process optimization, cost reduction, and resource efficiency.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of manufacturing professionals, ensuring skill development and succession planning.
• Create and sustain a high‑performance culture through clear expectations, feedback, and coaching.
• Foster strong engagement and collaboration within and beyond the manufacturing function.

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure all production activities meet or exceed quality standards and comply with relevant regulations.
• Implement and sustain robust operational quality control processes to maintain product consistency and reliability.
• Promote a safety‑first culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Supply Chain and Logistics

• Work closely with supply chain teams to optimise material flow, inventory management, and logistics efficiency.
• Enhance coordination between manufacturing and procurement to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Identify and develop strategic supplier relationships to improve operational performance.

Customer Focus

• Ensure manufacturing operations align with customer expectations for quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Partner with sales, order management and customer service teams to address production‑related customer concerns proactively.
• Drive improvements in lead times and flexibility to enhance customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role within a complex production environment.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing principles with a track record of implementing continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high‑performing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across departments.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis.

Benefits

• Remote Working
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Family Support and Care
• Uniform
• Paid Holiday
• Subsidised Healthy Meals
• Work‑Life Balance
• Annual Health Check‑ups
• Teamwork
• Safety and Working for the Community
• Open and Transparent Culture