Senior Manager Focus Factory

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at . Job Summary Responsible for coordinating all functions of a Focus Factory, including New Product Introduction (NPI), Quality, Delivery, Cost, Innovation, In-sourcing, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Satisfaction, Employee Performance, and Supply Chain Performance. Partners with the Value Stream Leader to drive profitable growth across the value stream. This role generally supports a multi-site Focus Factory or has responsibility for a Focus Factory location, typically supporting backshop operations. Key Responsibilities Lead safety and environmental initiatives within the Focus Factory to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. Drive quality performance across incoming supplier quality, internal manufacturing processes, and finished goods to ensure customer satisfaction. Achieve delivery performance targets of 95% or greater while reducing customer lead times. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve operational performance across the value stream. Serve as the Acuity Business System (ABS) leader by utilizing and mentoring others on Lean manufacturing tools, including Kanban, Standard Work, 5S, SMED, TPM, and other continuous improvement methodologies. Continuously identify and implement innovative solutions to improve manufacturing processes and operational efficiency. Partner with the Value Stream Leader to execute strategic initiatives that support business growth and operational excellence. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. 6–8 years of experience in production, manufacturing, or operations leadership. Advanced English proficiency. Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Strong leadership skills with experience influencing stakeholders, developing high-performing teams, driving employee engagement, and leading organizational change. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies, including Kanban, Standard Work, 5S, SMED, TPM, and related tools. Travel Requirements 0 - 10%. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acuity Brands, Inc.