Modular Data Center Plant GM: Lead Lean Ops

Schneider Electric Inc.; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 208,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Manufacturing Plant General Manager for the Ohio Modular Data Center facilities, overseeing two manufacturing plants and a warehouse, with responsibility for production, logistics, engineering, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. This role drives operational excellence in an engineer-to-order and design-build environment.

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives while driving digital transformation with EcoStruxure technologies; mentor staff and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or Industrial Management.
• Strong experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Proven track record in managing engineer-to-order or design-build environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain, and logistics.
• Certified in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma; PMP certification is a plus.
• Experience with SAP/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute plant strategies aligned with Schneider Electric’s global goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver on scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Foster a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee daily operations, including production, materials management, engineering, and maintenance.
• Manage plant KPIs, including safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost.
• Validate and execute the Master Production Plan and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Drive digital transformation and smart manufacturing initiatives using EcoStruxure technologies.
• Develop and mentor plant personnel, promoting career growth and engagement.
• Collaborate with HR to implement people management strategies and skills development.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
• Ensure strong communication with internal and external customers.
• Maintain compliance with government regulations and Schneider Electric policies.
• Lead efforts to improve customer satisfaction through technical and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Conflict resolution

Team management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or Industrial Management

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking a Manufacturing Plant General Manager for the Ohio Modular Data Center facilities, overseeing two manufacturing plants and a warehouse, with responsibility for production, logistics, engineering, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. This role drives operational excellence in an engineer-to-order and design-build environment.

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives while driving digital transformation with EcoStruxure technologies; mentor staff and