Manufacturing Manager

Sterling Engineering; Louisville (KY); On-site; CAD 179,831 - 235,164; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to oversee plant operations and enhance performance across various departments. You will be responsible for driving productivity, optimizing processes, and leading a team. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in manufacturing leadership, particularly in injection molding or automotive. This role offers a competitive salary and a clear growth path into senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in manufacturing leadership, preferably in injection molding or automotive.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale teams and manage complex operations.
• Strong communicator and motivator with a track record of team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across injection molding, assembly, paint lines, maintenance, quality, and engineering.
• Drive productivity, operational efficiency, and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

KPI tracking

Process optimization

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Senior Recruiter at Sterling Engineering is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead plant operations and drive performance across engineering, maintenance, quality, assembly, and paint lines at a flagship facility located about one hour south of Louisville, KY. This role reports to senior leadership and offers a clear growth path into senior leadership.

Base Pay

$130,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operational Leadership: Lead operations across injection molding, assembly, paint lines, maintenance, quality, and engineering.
• Drive productivity, operational efficiency, and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Team & People Management

• Direct and develop a team of supervisors and leads.
• Maintain high levels of employee engagement, retention, and performance.
• Oversee workforce planning, training, and development initiatives.

Production & Process Optimization

• Monitor production KPIs and resolve bottlenecks proactively.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S practices to streamline operations.
• Collaborate on product launches and process enhancements.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce adherence to OSHA, environmental, and customer quality standards.
• Partner with QA to address non-conformances, customer feedback, and corrective actions.

Strategic Planning & Growth

• Contribute to annual budgeting and capital planning.
• Support long-term facility improvements and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on site-level growth plans.

What You Bring to the Table

• 7+ years in manufacturing leadership, preferably in injection molding or automotive.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale teams and manage complex operations.
• Expertise in Lean manufacturing, KPI tracking, and process optimization.
• Strong communicator and motivator with a track record of team development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred.

Notes

Seniority level: Director. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Manufacturing, Production, and Management. Industry: Plastics Manufacturing.