JOB SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for planning, scheduling, directing, and leading manufacturing activities for
production.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
? Provides direct supervision to employees, along with time approvals, objective setting, performance
management, conflict resolution, motivating, training and coaching.
? Develops and implements manufacturing plans and standards, which includes managing materials, equipment
and labor to meet business needs.
? Implements and manages continuous improvement initiatives. Recommends changes in training, working
practices and processes.
? Coordinates operating activities so that approved products are completed on schedule and within quality
standards and cost objectives.
? Assures compliance with corporate and local government safety, health and environmental rules, policies and
procedures.
? Shares the company vision and demonstrates company values.
? Works very closely and effectively with functional teams to ensure we meet the customers expectations.
? Reviews production reports and resolves problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
? Develops or revises standard operational procedures and working practices
? Contributes to the creation and implementation of best practice manufacturing vision, strategy, policies,
processes and procedures to aid and improve operational performance
? Collaborates with senior leaders on continuous improvement KPIs, assisting with development action plans
where needed.
? Assists and coaches teams in continuous improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, daily
management, Gemba walks, Kaizen events, cell/line creation, TPM etc.
? Special projects and other duties as assigned
? All employees are expected to be in compliance with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations,
policies, and procedures
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
? Maintain the highest standards for Safety, Quality and Housekeeping
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
? Supports and develops a culture by instilling the values in all activities in the facility
? Responsible for the training and development program for the team members
? Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
? Lead the team, ensuring adequate staffing levels, recruitment, training, development, feedback, attendance,
disciplinary issues and daily supervision
? Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports

EDUCATION
? Bachelors degree preferred. May consider years of experience in lieu of degree.

EXPERIENCE
? Minimum ten (10) years experience in manufacturing operations
? Minimum five (5) years experience implementing and supporting Lean initiatives
? Minimum seven (7) years experience leading 20+ direct reports/contractors
SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS
? Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance commensurate with the level
of facility clearance.
? Has the ability to function under stress and interact cordially with co-workers to accomplish common tasks.
? Excellent communication skills, high business acumen with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret
professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
? Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
? Proven ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from audience.
? Proven ability to develop and grow top talent.
? Proven ability to scale operations and/or manage the manufacturing of new products from prototype to full rate
production.
? Proven ability to achieve results by collaborating with others such as supervisors, leads, peers and support
groups.
? Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP Software; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
? Inventory systems knowledge, a plus.
? Time & Attendance experience
? Experience in reporting on key production metrics
? Excellent organizational and leaderships skills
? Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach

Education:
University - Bachelor`s Degree/3-4 Year Degree