Job Title: Manufacturing Manager Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul Area Compensation: $120,000-$160,000 annually Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Direct Hire
Doherty Staffing Solutions is partnering with a leading manufacturing company in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area to hire a Manufacturing Manager. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for overseeing production operations, developing and mentoring manufacturing leaders, and driving operational performance in a fast‑paced, high‑mix manufacturing environment. Working closely with Engineering, Planning & Scheduling, Quality, and other cross‑functional teams, you'll help ensure production goals are met, customer commitments are fulfilled, and continued business growth is supported.
What You'll Do as a Manufacturing Manager
- Lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production resources, schedules, and priorities are aligned to meet on‑time delivery, quality, and revenue goals.
- Maintain a strong presence on the production floor, proactively addressing operational challenges, removing bottlenecks, and ensuring jobs are fully prepared for efficient execution.
- Develop, mentor, and support Department Leads and operations personnel through coaching, performance feedback, goal setting, and leadership development initiatives.
- Collaborate with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Metrology, and Commercial teams to align production capacity with customer requirements and business objectives.
- Oversee workforce planning, scheduling, material flow, and production activities across multiple facilities to optimize capacity and maintain operational continuity.
- Support facility expansion projects and CNC equipment relocations, ensuring seamless production transitions, equipment validation, and minimal disruption to operations.
- Promote adherence to standard operating procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements while supporting ISO 13485 compliance, audit readiness, CAPA activities, Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S practices, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Drive a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and operational excellence throughout the manufacturing organization.
What You Need to Bring to the Manufacturing Manager Role
- 10+ years of experience in CNC machining or precision manufacturing, including a minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing leadership or management role.
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes, tooling strategies, and continuous improvement methodologies that drive efficiency, quality, and productivity.
- Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing production teams while fostering accountability and high performance in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems for production planning, scheduling, and operational management; JobBOSS experience is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with CNC programming, G-code, and CAD/CAM software, with the ability to effectively support and collaborate with technical teams.
- Proven problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills with a focus on meeting operational goals and customer expectations.
- Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
Company Benefits
Enjoy a competitive compensation package and excellent opportunities for career growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Join a team‑oriented culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while investing in the long‑term success of its employees.