Senior Manufacturing Operations Lead (Multi-Shift)

Steelcase; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelcase is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to oversee multi‑shift operations and drive transformation. You will balance strategy with hands‑on leadership to ensure processes run smoothly and teams have what they need to succeed.

You will manage a large value stream spanning fabrication, paint and assembly, collaborate with plant leadership on strategic direction, drive continuous improvement, and strengthen accountability systems and performance metrics to deliver results.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven ability to create and execute operational plans aligned with strategic direction.
• Strong track record of transforming business processes and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leading operations across multiple shifts to ensure processes are followed.
• Managing a large value stream including fabrication, paint, and assembly.
• Collaborating with plant leadership to execute strategic direction and plans.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Overseeing accountability systems and performance metrics.
• Engaging with team leaders to foster alignment and resolve issues.
• Transforming business processes to meet evolving goals.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Operational planning

Process improvement

Team leadership

Performance metrics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

Steelcase is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to oversee multi‑shift operations and drive transformation. You will balance strategy with hands‑on leadership to ensure processes run smoothly and teams have what they need to succeed.

You will manage a large value stream spanning fabrication, paint and assembly, collaborate with plant leadership on strategic direction, drive continuous improvement, and strengthen accountability systems and performance metrics to deliver results.