Manager, Manufacturing

Zebra Technologies Corporation; Greenville (WI); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Zebra Technologies Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead Supplies Manufacturing, shaping production costs, methods, and staffing. You will mentor a diverse team, drive process improvements, and champion a culture of continuous improvement across shifts.

You will shape departmental goals, manage budgets, and collaborate with Quality and Health & Safety teams to ensure quality and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
• 5+ years of work experience, including at least 3 years as a supervisor.
• Demonstrate leadership, project management, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound reasoning and decision-making ability; strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team: mentor and inspire across shifts; provide leadership and framework for performance.
• Champion Career Growth: coach for development opportunities and clear career paths.
• Build Your Team: recruit, hire, conduct performance reviews, recognize achievements.
• Drive Operational & Financial Excellence: implement Lean/Six Sigma; manage department budget; optimize costs and processes.
• Deliver on Our Promise of Quality & Safety: partner with Quality and Health & Safety to uphold high standards and safety programs.
• Make a Strategic Impact: set and execute departmental goals using data and KPIs; lead cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Facilitation

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For:

Are you a passionate leader ready to make a significant impact? As our new Manufacturing Manager, you will be the driving force behind our Supplies Manufacturing operation. You'll have the autonomy to translate strategic goals into tangible results, shaping the future of our production by optimizing costs, methods, and staffing. This is an opportunity to mentor and develop a talented team, innovate processes, and champion a culture of continuous improvement in the manufacturing of our industry-leading labels and tags. If you are a results-oriented leader with a passion for operational excellence, we invite you to join our team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team Mentor and Inspire: Cultivate a positive and ambitious team culture where employees can excel. You will guide supervisors and team members, providing the leadership and framework for consistent, high-quality performance across all shifts.
• Champion Career Growth: Act as a dedicated coach for your team, identifying development opportunities and creating clear paths for career advancement.
• Build Your Team: Take ownership of the entire employee lifecycle, from recruiting and hiring top talent to conducting performance reviews, and recognizing achievements.
• Drive Operational & Financial Excellence
  Spearhead Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of innovation by identifying and implementing Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline processes.
  Own Your Department's Budget: Take charge of the department’s financial health by managing expenses, aligning with budget targets, and making strategic recommendations for future investments.
  Achieve Peak Productivity: Set clear performance expectations and empower your team with the tools and benchmarks needed to meet and exceed production goals and deadlines.
• Deliver on Our Promise of Quality & Safety
  Uphold World-Class Quality: Partner with the Quality team to ensure our products consistently meet the highest standards and exceed customer expectations, guiding your team to become experts in our quality promise.
  Foster a Premier Safety Culture: Collaborate with the Health & Safety team to champion a secure and proactive work environment, holding everyone accountable for our safety programs and contributing ideas for their improvement.
• Make a Strategic Impact
  Shape Departmental Goals: Develop and execute departmental objectives, using data and KPIs to track progress, report on successes to leadership, and drive data-informed decisions.
  Solve Complex Challenges: Tackle complex operational issues, using your analytical skills and creativity to develop effective and innovative solutions.
  Lead Cross-Functional Initiatives: Serve as a key representative for the manufacturing department on important project teams, with opportunities to lead initiatives that have a significant impact on the business.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Work Experience: 5+ years, including at least 3 years as a supervisor

Key Skills and Competencies

Demonstrate leadership, project management, facilitation, and problem-solving skills. Sound reasoning and decision-making ability; strong analytical skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Pay Range

$96,800.00 - $145,200.00

Annual Incentive Compensation

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Benefits

• Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings.
• We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.
• Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
• Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement.
• In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together.
• Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.
• Benefits: We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.