Manager - Operations

Plexus Corp; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp is seeking a capable manufacturing operations leader to establish and maintain direction for operational personnel within a focus factory, ensuring customer commitments are met and growth opportunities are captured. You will participate in method development and budget/schedule adherence.

Responsibilities include leading a manufacturing team, implementing customer/operational strategies, and driving improvements in quality, delivery, and profitability while upholding Plexus Core

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of related experience preferred or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Ability to lead, direct and guide a manufacturing operations team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; leadership and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations team and evaluate talent to improve leadership capabilities.
• Oversee implementation of customer and operational strategies to meet quality, delivery, and profitability goals.
• Manage site operational metrics and drive continuous improvement under Plexus System of Operational Excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Team management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years experience

Job description

About us:

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world's most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level.

$129,500.00 - $194,300.00

Purpose Statement:

Responsible for establishing and maintaining direction to all operational personnel within a focus factory in order to ensure customer and operational commitments are fulfilled, customer satisfaction retained and to enable customer growth. Participates in development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects, programs and people. Ensures budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• In conjunction with site functional leads, develop, lead, and motivate the manufacturing operations team, including evaluating talent, solidifying succession plans, and improving leadership capabilities.
• Oversee the effective implementation of customer and operational strategies, ensuring quality, materials, delivery, revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction objectives are met.
• Manage site operational and daily management metrics. Manage improvements to meet or exceed expectations of the Plexus System of Operational Excellence.
• Maintain customer relationships and be an escalation path for the manufacturing operations, working directly with Customer Management to manage customer P&L and secure future growth opportunities.
• Implement programs that improve labor efficiency, on-time delivery, continuous quality improvement, and meet other corporate or customer requirements.
• Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 8 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.

Other Qualifications:

• Ability to provide leadership, direction and guidance to members of the Operational Unit management team.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.
• Excellent organizational skills, leadership qualities, computer literacy, electronic industry knowledge and ability to supervise.
• Develop a passion for customer commitment by influencing members of the Operational Unit to effectively implement customer strategy.
• Proficiency and demonstration of the Plexus Core Values.
• General office equipment and materials.

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.