Manufacturing Manager

Standex International Corporation; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex International Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead plant operations and drive efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. The role requires directing manufacturing personnel, coordinating with site leaders, and delivering annual plans while fostering continuous improvement and a safe work environment.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in plant management, Lean manufacturing experience, and knowledge of cost accounting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a plant management or operations manager role.
• Proven Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Practical knowledge of cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing operations ensuring KPI targets for efficiency, quality, delivery, and safety are met.
• Direct production schedules and engineered processes to meet annual plan and backlog.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce quality costs and improve throughput.
• Develop and execute the yearly manufacturing plan to meet business objectives and volumes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across cost, quality, safety, and throughput.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Cost accounting

Emotional Intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, logistics, or related field

Tools

Epicor ERP

MS Office Suite

Job description

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Manufacturing Manager is responsible for overall performance and process of production within the plant. The Manufacturing Manager manages and provides directions to all manufacturing personnel to achieve production efficiencies, world-class quality, and on-time delivery. The Manufacturing Manager collaborates with other site functional leaders to ensure effective communication and teamwork that drives the completion of site objectives.

What You’ll Do

Plant Management

• Oversee and direct manufacturing operations ensuring Key Performance Indicators in Operational Efficiency, Quality, Delivery, and Safety are met or exceeded
• Delegate work assignments managing operations to annual plan, reviewing backlog and future plan, and ensuring KPI – data stuff and whatnot
• Track competencies of subordinates, provide leadership, and training as required to achieve the objectives
• Execute manufacturing production schedules and engineering defined processes
• Identify, research, and implement effective root cause and corrective action plans that result in reduced cost of poor quality
• Assist in the development of and execute the yearly manufacturing plan to deliver the business objectives and production volumes
• Drive, support and lead continuous improvement projects relating to manufacturing cost, quality, safety, and increased throughput
• Ensure compliance to all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain and improve workplace organization and 6S initiatives
• Manage shop capacity by assessing manufacturing operations staffing and skill requirements, machine capabilities, and efficiency. Develop plans to address needs
• Proactively participate in cross-department collaboration for strategic planning and business objectives.
• Work with Materials and Program Management team for managing production backlog and future planning
• Utilize reporting and analytics to make data-driven decisions to meet production needs
• Attend trainings, meetings, and participate in continuous improvement programs

Team Management

• Hold Shop Team accountable to goals and objectives set by the Company and Operations Manager
• Participate in union activities such a contract negotiation, grievances, etc.
• Train and mentor new team members and be an ambassador of our culture
• Delegate job assignments and review workload as necessary
• Maintain employee schedules such as approving time-off & staff coverage
• Collaborate with Human Resources for employee performance discussions, recruitment needs, hiring, and terminations
• Work to resolve interpersonal issues and conflicts as they arise
• Advocate a safe and professional work environment

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of 5 years in a plant management or operations manager role preferably in a machining or sheet metal fabrication organization
• Proven Lean Manufacturing experience
• Practical knowledge of cost accounting

What We Value

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, logistics, or related field is preferred, but not required
• Experience in a union manufacturing environment preferred but not required
• Reliable transportation
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates high level of Emotional Intelligence when dealing with all levels of the company, clients, and vendors
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn other software
• Proficient knowledge EPR systems, Epicor preferred
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
• Self-motivated professional with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day