Manufacturing Area Manager

Clarios; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision care coverage

401(k) savings plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Clarios is seeking a Manufacturing Area Manager for their plant in Florence, Kentucky. This role involves the supervision of Manufacturing Supervisors, enforcing compliance with safety standards, and optimizing production efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including managerial roles. Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care coverage offered from the first day.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in manufacturing environment in management or engineering.
• 3+ years supervising salaried employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Manufacturing Supervisors in production, distribution and quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and health regulations.
• Coordinate activities within the area with other production areas.
• Conduct meetings and manage employee relations.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Engineering principles

Employee relations

Production planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

What you will do

The Manufacturing Area Manager is responsible for the organization and implementation of plans, procedures and policies necessary to maximize utilization of resources in line with area and plant goals. The role incorporates core values of safety, quality and employee relations.

How you will do it

• Supervise Manufacturing Supervisors in areas such as production, distribution, volume, cost, quality, and achievement of production plans.


• Ensure good employee relations through Manufacturing Supervisors, including conducting meetings, approving requisitions, promotions, merit increases, transfers, and discipline.


• Stimulate efficiency and productivity of Manufacturing Supervisors and production employees, ensuring efficient utilization of equipment and facilities.


• Establish goals and objectives for departments with Manufacturing Supervisors, review them with the Plant Manager, and administer the goal setting/performance appraisal program.


• Responsible for selection, hiring, and development of Manufacturing Supervisors, recommending merit increases, promotions, and transfers.


• Coordinate activities within the area with other production areas, plant staff managers, and division, and may develop weekly schedules to meet customer requirements.


• Ensure compliance with company and plant policies, health and safety standards, environmental regulations, hazardous waste, and good housekeeping practices.


• Recommend improvements in equipment and processes, manage and evaluate the installation of new equipment or processes, ensure proper maintenance of machines and equipment, and maintain the security of products and assets in the area.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.


• Minimum 8 years’ experience in manufacturing environment in management or engineering.


• 3+ years supervising salaried employees.

Preferred

• Previous experience in Injection Molding environment.


• Previous experience managing multiple shift operations.

What we do here

Our Florence, Kentucky components plant began operations in 1978 and is home to our components plant which manufactures PowerFrame® grids and battery containers and covers. Production averages around 173,000 cases a day.

What you get

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire.


• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts.


• Parental and caregiver leave programs.


• Paid time off, flexible spending, short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.


• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership.


• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability and provides a full-service cafeteria and workout facility.


• Clarios recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.

Veterans / Military Spouses

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses and will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please email [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.