Manufacturing Excellence Leader

Bekaert; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bekaert in Van Buren, AR seeks a manufacturing leader to oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety and quality across the plant. You will manage production planning, lead a diverse team, and partner with engineering and quality to optimize costs and performance.

The successful candidate will have 3–5 years of manufacturing management experience and a Master's degree in a related field, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in manufacturing management or a similar role within the manufacturing industry.
• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Oversight: Supervise daily production activities to ensure smooth operations and adherence to quality standards.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to quality standards and implement quality control measures.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the manufacturing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Resource Allocation: Allocate resources effectively to optimize production output.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all manufacturing operations comply with industry regulations and safety standards.
• Production Planning: Develop and execute production plans to meet business objectives.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and report on KPIs related to manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Technical Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Bekaert in Van Buren, AR seeks a manufacturing leader to oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety and quality across the plant. You will manage production planning, lead a diverse team, and partner with engineering and quality to optimize costs and performance.

The successful candidate will have 3–5 years of manufacturing management experience and a Master's degree in a related field, with strong leadership and communication skills.