Manufacturing Manager

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc.; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. in Peterborough, NH seeks a manufacturing leader to oversee assigned groups, drive productivity and quality, and minimize scrap. You will develop KPIs, mentor supervisors, and partner with senior leadership on policy, strategy, and staffing.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, data-driven decision making, and effective communication across the organization. Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in manufacturing leadership are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing groups to meet productivity and quality goals.
• Ability to develop KPIs and analyze data to drive improvements.
• Strong coaching and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Convey goals and expectations clearly to assigned team; provide coaching to meet daily/weekly/monthly production, quality, and safety targets.
• Oversee machines, equipment, and product flow based on customer priorities and resources.
• Manage shift staffing, scheduling, and performance reviews; drive training and development.
• Foster safety culture and ensure proper maintenance for safe operations.
• Establish metrics to assess performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate across levels and partner with HR for performance sessions.
• Support company programs and strategic initiatives as part of leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Data analysis

Communication

ERP experience

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Training

Safety minded

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Production Management / Engineering Technology

Minimum 10 years leadership experience in manufacturing

ERP system experience

Tools

ERP system experience

Job description

Peterborough, New Hampshire, United States

Location

Peterborough , New Hampshire , United States

Shift

1st Shift

About Us

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.

Job Description

Responsible for providing leadership and oversight to assigned manufacturing groups, ensuring productivity and quality goals are achieved while minimizing scrap. Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other metrics while developing assigned supervisors and leaders in the group, and analyzes data to determine root cause and troubleshoot performance issues. Demonstrates leadership with assigned employees, and builds professional relationships at all levels to drive collaboration and influence company success. Partners with divisional and company senior leadership to advise on policy, strategy, metrics, staffing, and other key business areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Convey goals and expectations clearly to assigned team. Proactively provide coaching to ensure employees meet minimum daily, weekly, and monthly production, quality, and safety goals.
• Oversee planning for machines, equipment, and product flow through the facility based on customer priorities and available resources
• Oversee assigned production team, including shift staffing, scheduling, task assignment, attendance and performance management, training and professional development
• Drive the safety culture of assigned team, ensuring it is an active consideration in all tasks, and that machinery and equipment is maintained to create safe working conditions. Report safety concerns immediately to safety team members, and ensure team members at all levels report potential hazards
• Establish and review key metrics to assess the team’s performance, identifying areas for improvement and taking action to positively influence results. Mentor rising leaders in developing relevant metrics to enable exception management and spearhead continuous improvement, while ensuring their continuous development as effective people leaders
• Foster a collaborative environment to ensure employees share clear and timely communication on the flow of product, priority jobs for customers, and status updates as needed, maintaining flexibility to meet the business and customer needs
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, develop solutions collaboratively with key stakeholders, and drive implementation within assigned area
• Write and conduct formal performance review sessions with every assigned employee in partnership with Human Resources Department
• Support company programs, strategy rollout, and improvement initiatives as a member of the leadership team

Job Skills & Abilities :

• Demonstrated effective communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills. This includes the ability to influence across many levels of the organization & successfully lead others through change
• Demonstrated accountability for self and team business results and behavior
• Active commitment to mentor rising leaders and employees, and participate in professional growth activities
• Must be quality and safety minded
• Proven ability to effectively resolve technical and personnel issues, in partnership with Human Resources, while maintaining production and quality standards
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and continuously adapt in response to dynamic business needs
• Ability to effectively interface with staff and leadership, present information professionally and clearly, verbally or in writing
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a culture of teamwork and communication
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills
• Demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve results, and to coach, counsel, and mentor to facilitate professional growth
• Demonstrated commitment to providing training to direct reports and peers as neededAbility to professionally and effectively communicate with employees at all levels
• Ability to draw insights from raw data and prepare/present reports for senior leaders and executives
• Knowledge of bearings and bearing products produced by NHBB, grinding, and processes preferred

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Production Management, Engineering Technology or related discipline (equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered)
• Minimum of 10 years’ leadership experience in a manufacturing organization
• Past experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system required

Physical Requirements:

• May include prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations’ facilities
• Ability to travel as needed (<5%)

Disclaimer: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, experience, skills and abilities required. Employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and work behaviors.

NHBB is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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MinebeaMitsumi and its affiliates including New Hampshire Ball Bearings, NMB Technologies Corporation, NMB USA, C&A Tool, the "Company", is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at the company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, age, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital, military or veteran status, or physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and regulations (referred to as "protected characteristics").

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