Manufacturing Department Lead

MatWorks; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountville is seeking a Department Manager for the Manufacturing Operations team. You will own day-to-day performance of the production department, focusing on safety, quality, output, cost, and people leadership on the shop floor.

You will translate company priorities into department-level execution, drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements, manage the ERP system (D365), and partner with HR and plant leadership to build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP/MES systems and standard office software.
• Strong communication skills across all levels, from shop floor to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production schedules to meet customer delivery commitments.
• Monitor quality metrics and resolve nonconformances with the Quality team.
• Lead root-cause problem solving for downtime, defects, and variance.
• Ensure all processes are managed within the ERP system (D365).
• Directly supervise shift leads/supervisors and hourly staff.
• Handle hiring, training, performance management, and coaching with HR.
• Manage department budget, labor efficiency, and material yield.
• Identify and lead Lean/Six Sigma improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Suppliers, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering.

Skills

ERP/MES proficiency

Lean/Six Sigma

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, Business

Tools

D365 ERP

Job description

Mountville is seeking a Department Manager for the Manufacturing Operations team. You will own day-to-day performance of the production department, focusing on safety, quality, output, cost, and people leadership on the shop floor.

You will translate company priorities into department-level execution, drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements, manage the ERP system (D365), and partner with HR and plant leadership to build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.