Manufacturing Manager

ABEC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABEC in Pennsylvania seeks a dynamic manufacturing leader to drive performance, safety, and quality across our operations. You will own production throughput, optimize Lean initiatives, and build an engaged, high-performing team.

You’ll analyze metrics, address bottlenecks, mentor staff, and collaborate with Quality and Engineering to meet customer expectations and cost targets through continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; engineering preferred.
• 3–5 years of leadership in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proven ability to motivate teams and improve KPIs.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized with strong time management.
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement (a plus).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of manufacturing output—ensuring production runs efficiently, stays on schedule, and consistently meets customer expectations.
• Proactively adjust staffing, equipment, and workflows to keep operations running at peak performance.
• Maintain visibility on the floor, building trust and engagement with your team across all shifts.
• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and elevate quality.
• Analyze metrics and performance data to identify opportunities and implement meaningful, lasting improvements.
• Stay ahead of operational challenges and lead solutions that drive efficiency and cost leadership.
• Oversee daily operations, assign work, and ensure all processes run smoothly and effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Engineering drawings

KPIs

Communication

Time management

Lean / Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred)

Job description

Driving Manufacturing Excellence Through Leadership and Innovation

Step into a dynamic leadership role where you’ll be at the heart of our operations—driving performance, innovation, and efficiency. In this role, you’ll lead the charge in delivering on-time, high-quality products while continuously elevating manufacturing performance. You’ll champion lean principles, optimize resources, and build a thriving, engaged team culture where people and productivity excel together.

If you’re passionate about operational excellence, team development, and making a measurable impact, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of our manufacturing success.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Lead the Operation

• Take ownership of manufacturing output—ensuring production runs efficiently, stays on schedule, and consistently meets customer expectations.
• Proactively adjust staffing, equipment, and workflows to keep operations running at peak performance.
• Maintain strong visibility on the floor, building trust and engagement with your team across all shifts.
• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and elevate quality.
• Analyze metrics and performance data to identify opportunities and implement meaningful, lasting improvements.
• Stay ahead of operational challenges and lead solutions that drive efficiency and cost leadership.

Build & Develop High-Performing Teams

• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and elevate quality.
• Create a positive, accountable work environment where safety, collaboration, and performance thrive.
• Recognize and motivate employees to meet key performance indicators (KPIs) and exceed expectations.

Ensure Quality & Safety Excellence

• Partner with Quality teams to maintain world‑class standards and quickly resolve any issues.
• Lead a safety‑first culture - ensuring compliance, conducting training, and investigating incidents with urgency and care.
• Uphold high standards of compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Work cross‑functionally with other departments to solve problems and improve overall business performance.
• Set strategic departmental goals and execute plans that align with broader organizational objectives.
• Oversee daily operations, assign work, and ensure all processes run smoothly and effectively.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of production processes, capacity planning, and equipment utilization
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Proven ability to motivate teams, improve KPIs, and drive plant profitability
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with strong time management and planning abilities
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement (a plus)

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to travel as required

Why This Role is Exciting

• Make a real impact on operations, people, and performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that drive innovation
• Build and mentor a team that you can be proud of
• Be part of a culture focused on excellence, growth, and collaboration

Driving Manufacturing Excellence Through Leadership and Innovation

Step into a dynamic leadership role where you’ll be at the heart of our operations—driving performance, innovation, and efficiency. In this role, you’ll lead the charge in delivering on-time, high-quality products while continuously elevating manufacturing performance. You’ll champion lean principles, optimize resources, and build a thriving, engaged team culture where people and productivity excel together.

If you’re passionate about operational excellence, team development, and making a measurable impact, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of our manufacturing success.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Lead the Operation

• Take ownership of manufacturing output—ensuring production runs efficiently, stays on schedule, and consistently meets customer expectations.
• Proactively adjust staffing, equipment, and workflows to keep operations running at peak performance.
• Maintain strong visibility on the floor, building trust and engagement with your team across all shifts.

Drive Continuous Improvement

• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and elevate quality.
• Analyze metrics and performance data to identify opportunities and implement meaningful, lasting improvements.
• Stay ahead of operational challenges and lead solutions that drive efficiency and cost leadership.

Build & Develop High-Performing Teams

• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and elevate quality.
• Create a positive, accountable work environment where safety, collaboration, and performance thrive.
• Recognize and motivate employees to meet key performance indicators (KPIs) and exceed expectations.

Ensure Quality & Safety Excellence

• Partner with Quality teams to maintain world‑class standards and quickly resolve any issues.
• Lead a safety‑first culture - ensuring compliance, conducting training, and investigating incidents with urgency and care.
• Uphold high standards of compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate & Execute

• Work cross‑functionally with other departments to solve problems and improve overall business performance.
• Set strategic departmental goals and execute plans that align with broader organizational objectives.
• Oversee daily operations, assign work, and ensure all processes run smoothly and effectively.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred)
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of production processes, capacity planning, and equipment utilization
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Proven ability to motivate teams, improve KPIs, and drive plant profitability
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with strong time management and planning abilities
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement (a plus)

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to travel as required

Why This Role is Exciting

• Make a real impact on operations, people, and performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that drive innovation
• Build and mentor a team that you can be proud of
• Be part of a culture focused on excellence, growth, and collaboration

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required – technical degree preferred
• 3-5 years’ supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Experience with capacity planning, from a people and equipment perspective
• Able to train and motivate employees to create quality product, increase KPI's and growth the profitability of this plant.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
• Must be flexible, innovative and comfortable in setting own priorities
• Polished presentation, business acumen and facilitation skills
• Good understanding of lean manufacturing principles
• Experience with high volume manufacturing operations
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50lb
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing a plus
• Authorized to work in the US
• Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.
• Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus