Manufacturing Operations Lead - Lean & Continuous Improvement

Cosasco; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosasco, a leading industrial products company, seeks a Production Manager to lead the Manufacturing department and align daily activities with strategic goals. You will drive continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, and operational excellence while overseeing safety, cost, and quality metrics.

You will mentor the team, coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Product Management, and ensure FAT readiness for projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, etc.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing roles.
• 3+ years’ experience in supervisory or management roles.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and sustaining Lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Manufacturing department and align targets with company strategy.
• Monitor throughput, cost, waste, maintenance, quality and efficiency; ensure safe work practices.
• Measure safety, quality, delivery and cost; drive continuous improvement.
• Lead Lean manufacturing, 6S, Standard Work and Visual Management.
• Coach and develop Manufacturing team; build leadership pipeline and succession plans.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Product Development, and Product Management for new releases.
• Own FAT readiness and coordinate schedules for project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Decision making

ERP experience

Microsoft Office

English fluency

Spanish proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Epicor ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cosasco, a leading industrial products company, seeks a Production Manager to lead the Manufacturing department and align daily activities with strategic goals. You will drive continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, and operational excellence while overseeing safety, cost, and quality metrics.

You will mentor the team, coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Product Management, and ensure FAT readiness for projects.