Manager, Manufacturing

RXinsider LTD.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Annual cash incentive

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Zebra Technologies is seeking a Manager, Manufacturing to lead the Supplies Manufacturing operation, accountable for costs, staffing, and schedules. You will develop procedures, set standards, and drive continuous improvement to boost productivity and efficiency in label and tag manufacturing.

Collaborate with Health & Safety and quality teams while mentoring supervisors to meet performance goals, hire and evaluate staff, and uphold company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification required.
• 5+ years experience, including at least 3 years as a supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and resources to ensure cost standards are met and budgets are adhered to.
• Set productivity expectations with supervisors/shift leads and ensure targets are achieved.
• Identify and implement Lean/Six Sigma to reduce costs on jobs and improve processes.
• Ensure KPI data is collected and reported to management.
• Promote a safe working environment in collaboration with Health & Safety teams.
• Guide staff development and provide pathways for growth and advancement.
• Ensure consistent performance measurement across shifts and areas.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Facilitation

Problem solving

Decision making

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

The Manager, Manufacturing manages the activities of the Supplies Manufacturing operation with responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing. Receives assignment in the form of objectives and determines best use resources to meet schedules and goals. Provide guidance to subordinates within the latitude of established company policies. Develops procedures and processes to achieve goals. Supports continuous improvement of productivity and efficiency as it pertains to the manufacture labels and tags.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide the tools and resources to ensure the team is meeting cost standards, and review expense to ensure alignment with the cost center budget. Recommends items and amounts for inclusion in the budget. Controls expenses.
• Work with supervisors/shift leads to set productivity expectations and provide the benchmark for standards in both work processes and production. Ensure the team achieves productivity targets and deadlines, where employees are not meeting the expectations, there is a responsibility to address poor performance, so employees can change.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) methodologies to reduce cost on jobs.
• Ensure all KPI data is collected and meeting expected performance standards, accountability for reporting metrics/KPI’s to next level of management.
• Collaborate with the Health & Safety team to promote a safe working environment and hold people accountable to follow the programs set forth by management. Make recommendations for program changes or additional safety programs.
• Work with leadership to provide the atmosphere for people to exceed in their positions and provide a path for growth and development for staff.
• Provides leadership and framework to ensure there is a consistent measure of performance by supervisors/shift leads in different areas and/or shifts.
• Work with the quality staff to help guide employees through the quality expectations which are set by our customers. Interpret the nuances of acceptable from unacceptable with the assistance of peers.
• Develops department objectives, monitors and supports team to achieve expected performance results against objectives.
• Full knowledge of job-related policies and procedures as well as corporate policies and procedures that may impact role functioning, particularly regarding Human Resources.
• Responsible for hiring, performance ratings, merit and/or promotional increases, resolving grievances or complaints.
• Provides direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.
• Administers company policies that directly affect subordinate employees.
• Represents the department on project teams and may perform in project leadership role on projects of significant scope and impact.
• Acts as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
• Works on complex issues and develops resolutions where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors and/or frequent use of creativity.

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. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail].

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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.

Zebra Total Rewards

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.

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Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.