Manufacturing Manager: Automation & Packaging Innovator

Procter & Gamble; Mehoopany Township (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Procter & Gamble’s Cincinnati Chemicals Plant is seeking a Manufacturing Manager who will lead process engineering, converting/packaging, and control systems initiatives. You will manage capital projects, drive improvements in OEE and product quality, and develop teams across multiple engineering disciplines.

You will oversee cross-functional efforts, apply data analytics to optimize manufacturing performance, and mentor others while maintaining HS&E and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or related technical discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Industrial & Systems, Manufacturing, Operations Management).
• Experience: 0-5 years of relevant work experience (internships, co-ops, research experience, academic projects count!).
• Technical Curiosity & Acumen: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes, develop comprehensive technical solutions, and interpret data to drive decisions.
• Project Mindset: A strong desire and demonstrated capability to lead projects, manage timelines/budgets, and drive results in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated leadership potential and experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Agility & Drive: Ability to quickly embrace and adapt to changes in project scope, schedule and cost. Proactive, self‑driven, and eager to make a tangible impact.
• Mobility: Willingness to relocate throughout your career. Relocation support available to those who qualify.
• Travel: Ability to travel 10-25% as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities

• Process Engineering & Optimization: Lead identification and elimination of losses, design and implement innovative solutions to streamline processes, improve OEE, and enhance product quality using data analytics.
• Converting & Packaging Engineering: Lead development of web-processing and equipment solutions, champion 3D modeling and mechatronics, and drive optimization of packaging lines for efficiency and cost.
• Control Systems Engineering: Lead design, development, and implementation of advanced automation, control networks, robotics, and industrial software solutions. This includes managing site electrical systems, facilities upgrades, warehouse automation (e.g., AGVs, automated racking), and driving utility and logistics projects.
• Manufacturing Project Management: Lead capital projects (typically $2M+) from concept to handoff, managing scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables with cross‑functional teams.
• Leadership & Capability Building: Drive HS&E and quality standards, build long‑term capability by coaching teams, and lead adoption of digital solutions, robotics, and control systems.

Skills

Technical curiosity

Project management

Leadership

Agility

Mobility

Travel

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Project management tools

Job description

Procter & Gamble’s Cincinnati Chemicals Plant is seeking a Manufacturing Manager who will lead process engineering, converting/packaging, and control systems initiatives. You will manage capital projects, drive improvements in OEE and product quality, and develop teams across multiple engineering disciplines.

You will oversee cross-functional efforts, apply data analytics to optimize manufacturing performance, and mentor others while maintaining HS&E and quality standards.