Lean Production Operations Leader

MANN+HUMMEL; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Florida seeks an experienced Operations Leader to oversee daily production, drive lean processes, and ensure safety and compliance. The role partners with plant leadership to optimize labor and capital usage while maintaining high quality and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate brings 5–8 years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in SAP or MRP, plus English/Spanish bilingual capabilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or relevant field of technical or business education and experience.
• 5-8 years manufacturing experience.
• 5 years supervisory or management experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• MS Office proficiency; SAP or MRP experience.
• Understanding of profit and loss calculations and basic business finance.
• Knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO 14001.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations and monitor cost effectiveness.
• Ensure lean manufacturing, 5S and CI practices are implemented.
• Communicate operational update plans to management.
• Conduct safety audits and meetings for safe production.
• Allocate labor and capital to maximize productivity and quality.
• Coordinate with plant leadership on quality issues from supplier to customer.
• Assess risks, ensure compliance, and provide recommendations.
• Facilitate audits and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain records per ISO/TS/EMS standards.
• Prepare work area and set up equipment for each shift.
• Staffing and training development for production personnel.
• Participate in hiring and staff development per HR policy.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Strong communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

University degree in Engineering or relevant field

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

MS Office

Job description

MANN+HUMMEL in Florida seeks an experienced Operations Leader to oversee daily production, drive lean processes, and ensure safety and compliance. The role partners with plant leadership to optimize labor and capital usage while maintaining high quality and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate brings 5–8 years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in SAP or MRP, plus English/Spanish bilingual capabilities are a plus.