Senior Manager, Manufacturing Plant - 2nd Shift

GEA Germany GmbH; Wago Junction (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Holidays & PTO

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings/ Spending Accounts

Job summary

GEA Group in York, PA is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Plant Manager for the 2nd shift to oversee day-to-day operations, drive policy development, and ensure production meets budgets and schedules. The role focuses on safety, staffing, tooling, and continuous improvement across the plant.

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering or business background, 5+ years in supervisory metal fabrication, and a data-driven approach to optimization. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial/mechanical engineering or business administration preferred.
• Ten years of hands-on experience in manufacturing acceptable with HS diploma.
• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience in welded ASME code metal fabrication or other metal manufacturing.
• Proven track record of implementing best practices and driving improvements in manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proactive and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to Employee Health and Safety policies.
• Oversee day-to-day activities within the manufacturing plant.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of manufacturing policies and procedures.
• Manage staffing levels to meet production demands.
• Ensure availability of tools and equipment as per production requirements.
• Assess training needs of staff and develop training schedules accordingly.
• Contribute to the formulation of labor budgets for the Manufacturing Department.
• Manage Employee Development programs within the company.
• Meet contract production budgets.
• Maintain factory production schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Optimize employee utilization to maximize recovery hours.
• Enforce and uphold safety policies to achieve company objectives.
• Control production costs to align with annual budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes to enhance efficiencies and shorten lead times for products.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Data-driven decision making

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial/mechanical engineering or business administration

High school diploma with 10+ years hands-on manufacturing experience

Job description

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader.

At GEA, we're not just building equipment, we're building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Start strong - Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh - Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future - A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning - Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well - Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it - Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart - Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

GEA Group, located in York, PA is seeking a seasoned professional to join our 2nd Shift as a Manufacturing Plant Manager! The 2nd Shift Manager will manage day-to-day activities of the manufacturing plant and contributes to the development and/or modification of manufacturing policies and procedures. In addition, he/she will ensure availability of tools and equipment and maintains staffing to meet production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to Employee Health and Safety policies.
• Oversee day-to-day activities within the manufacturing plant.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of manufacturing policies and procedures.
• Manage staffing levels to meet production demands.
• Ensure availability of tools and equipment as per production requirements.
• Assess training needs of staff and develop training schedules accordingly.
• Contribute to the formulation of labor budgets for the Manufacturing Department.
• Manage Employee Development programs within the company.
• Meet contract production budgets.
• Maintain factory production schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Optimize employee utilization to maximize recovery hours.
• Enforce and uphold safety policies to achieve company objectives.
• Control production costs to align with annual budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes to enhance efficiencies and shorten lead times for products.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial/mechanical engineering or business administration preferred.
• Alternatively, a high school diploma or GED with over ten years of hands‑on experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience in a welded ASME code metal fabrication or other metal manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of implementing best practices and driving measurable improvements in manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage and motivate teams at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data‑driven decision‑making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve issues effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changes and initiate action as needed.
• Proactive and self‑motivated approach to tasks.

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $85,000.00 - $108,000.00 per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States. The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons.

You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.

Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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GEA is one of the largest suppliers of process technology for the food industry and a wide range of other industries. The international technology group focuses on process technology and components for sophisticated production processes in various end‑user markets.