Manufacturing Manager

Manufacturing Manager

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of products. This role oversees production teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures operational goals related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost are consistently met. The Manufacturing Manager works closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to optimize processes and support business growth.

Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, labor planning, and workflow execution

Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, team leads, and production employees

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, waste reduction, and cost control

Establish and maintain standard work, SOPs, and best manufacturing practices

Monitor and improve KPIs such as OEE, scrap, rework, downtime, and on-time delivery

Partner with Engineering on process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions

Coordinate with Maintenance to support preventive maintenance and minimize unplanned downtime

Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure material availability and optimized inventory levels

Support budgeting, labor cost management, and capital expenditure planning

Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellence

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and shop-floor operations

Experience leading hourly and salaried teams

Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles

Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and production reporting tools

Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Experience in industrial manufacturing, machinery, automotive, aerospace, or similar environments

Lean, Six Sigma, or CI certification

Experience with automation, CNC machining, fabrication, or assembly operations

Prior responsibility for multi-shift or high-volume production environments

Leadership & People Development

Safety & Quality Focus

Continuous Improvement

Operational Planning & Execution

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Data-Driven Decision Making

This role is primarily based in manufacturing plant environment and requires regular presence on the shop floor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.