Manufacturing Operations Leader: Process Excellence & Growth

ASTEC; Raleigh (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec, a global infrastructure and manufacturing company, seeks a Manufacturing Manager to oversee all plant operations in the United States, ensuring on-schedule production within quality and cost objectives. You will lead process development and major projects, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate safety and quality initiatives.

Requirements include a BA/BS in a related field or a 4-year technical degree, 5+ years in manufacturing management, and strong leadership, communication, and

Qualifications

• BA/BS in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, or business administration
• 4-year technical degree in related discipline
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Must have leadership skills to enable development of teamwork among shifts and departments
• Good human relations including the ability to work closely with others
• Excellent computer skills and proficient in Excel, Word, and email

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Maintain and improve the organizations competitive advantage.
• Coordinate major projects.
• Facilitate daily communication with production staff regarding performance, process improvements, safety and quality.
• Develop and deploy the production schedule.
• Manage work order openings/closings and stock control transactions
• Ensure department KPIs are met and drive improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Budget management

Safety & quality

Process optimization

Education

BA/BS in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, or business administration

4-year technical degree in related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

Astec, a global infrastructure and manufacturing company, seeks a Manufacturing Manager to oversee all plant operations in the United States, ensuring on-schedule production within quality and cost objectives. You will lead process development and major projects, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate safety and quality initiatives.

Requirements include a BA/BS in a related field or a 4-year technical degree, 5+ years in manufacturing management, and strong leadership, communication, and