Manufacturing Production Leader

M. C. Dean; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Military pay offset

Maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean's Modular Mission Critical site near Richmond, VA, seeks a Manufacturing Production Leader to own the value stream from materials to finished goods. You will drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, lead cross-functional teams, and set KPIs to optimize production performance.

This role emphasizes mentorship, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with procurement, engineering, and quality assurance to deliver operational excellence and customer value.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 10+ years of experience in production or operations.
• Leadership experience in manufacturing with focus on value stream management.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the entire manufacturing value stream, overseeing all processes from raw material to product delivery.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize value stream efficiency, reduce lead times, and enhance productivity.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the value stream.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, process optimization, and cost savings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination within the value stream.
• Establish KPIs and monitor performance metrics to drive data-driven decisions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing value stream team.
• Work with quality assurance to meet or exceed quality standards.
• Manage resources (personnel, equipment, materials) to meet production demands.
• Contribute to long-term manufacturing strategy and capacity planning.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

About Modular Mission Critical

ModularMission Critical is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean's complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean's more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values - agility, expertise, and trust we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.

As a Manufacturing Production Leader, you will be a key driver in optimizing our production processes, ensuring efficiency and maximizing value for our customers. This leadership role involves overseeing the end-to-end manufacturing process, from raw materials to finished products, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Value Stream Management:

• Take ownership of the entire manufacturing value stream, overseeing all processes from raw material acquisition to product delivery.

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize value stream efficiency, reduce lead times, and enhance overall productivity.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the manufacturing value stream.

• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, process optimization, and cost savings.

• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to achieve operational excellence.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, engineering, and supply chain, to ensure seamless coordination within the value stream.

• Foster strong communication and collaboration to address challenges and capitalize on improvement opportunities.

Performance Monitoring:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the value stream and regularly monitor and report on performance metrics.

• Implement data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for improvement.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team within the value stream.

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and individual growth.

• Provide coaching and support to team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

Quality Assurance:

• Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure that products meet or exceed established quality standards.

• Implement and maintain quality control procedures within the value stream.

Resource Optimization:

• Manage resources effectively, including manpower, equipment, and materials, to meet production demands.

• Collaborate with procurement to ensure a stable and cost-effective supply chain.

Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development of long-term manufacturing strategies aligned with organizational goals.

• Identify opportunities for capacity expansion and improvements in manufacturing technology.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 10+ years of experience in production or operations roles.

• Proven experience in a leadership role within manufacturing, with a focus on value stream management.

• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve operational excellence.

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.

• Sitting for extended periods of time.

• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.

• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.

• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Military Reserve pay offset

• Paid maternity leave

Pay Range

USD $93,840.00 - USD $117,300.00 /Yr.