EchoStar

Manufacturing General Manager

EchoStar$110K — $157K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management (Master's/MBA preferred)
  • 7-10 years of leadership experience in high-volume manufacturing or electronics repair
  • 5 years in a senior management role
  • Deep understanding of Reverse Logistics and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma principles
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google Workspace; familiarity with WMS and ERP systems preferred

Responsibilities

  • Direct all activities related to receiving, technical screening, repair, remanufacturing, and distribution of set-top boxes
  • Develop and manage annual budgets, implement cost-control measures, and drive efficiencies to meet financial targets
  • Standardize work procedures and implement Lean principles to optimize workflow
  • Manage and provide direction to multiple managers and supervisors
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
  • Manage cross-functional relationships to resolve escalated issues
  • Oversee hiring, training, and leadership development to maintain an engaged workplace
  • Utilize KPIs to track production efficiency and report to executive leadership

Benefits

  • Versatile health perks including flexible spending accounts and HSA
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Flexible time away plan
Full Job Description
Job Duties and Responsibilities

The General Manager has overall responsibility for the direction, coordination, and evaluation of the entire site. This includes directly supervising a leadership team of Managers, Supervisors and Analysts. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training; planning and directing work; appraising performance; and managing disciplinary actions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Directs all activities related to receiving, technical screening, repair, remanufacturing, and distribution of set-top boxes
  • P&L responsibility for the site; develops and manages annual budgets, implements cost-control measures, and drives shift efficiencies to meet financial targets
  • Conceptualizes and standardizes work procedures; implements Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize workflow and asset utilization
  • Manages multiple managers and supervisors, providing direction in support of departmental objectives and organizational change leadership
  • Ensures 100% compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards; assigns projects dedicated to auditing processes to ensure remanufactured goods meet "like-new" specifications
  • Manages cross-functional relationships with Supply Chain, Engineering, and External Suppliers to resolve escalated process issues and return authorization trends
  • Oversees hiring, training, and leadership development; coaches subordinates to create career pathways and ensures a highly engaged, dignified culture for all employees
  • Utilizes performance measurement systems (KPIs) to track production efficiency, inventory accuracy, and labor productivity, reporting directly to executive leadership

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management (Master's/MBA preferred)
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing or electronics repair environment, with at least 5 years in a senior management role


Skills and Qualifications:
  • Deep understanding of Reverse Logistics, manufacturing processes, and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma principles
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google Workspace. Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (e.g., Manhattan Scale) and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) is highly preferred
  • Proven ability to interact with and influence all levels of the organization, from front-line technicians to corporate executives
  • Ability to work with complex mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, and financial ratios
  • Proven ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions regarding technical failures or operational bottlenecks
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical and non-technical instructions


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Salary Ranges

Compensation: $110,110.00/Year - $157,300.00/Year
Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

About EchoStar

EchoStar Corporation is a global provider of satellite communication solutions and Internet services through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. The company designs, develops, and distributes video delivery products, broadband satellite technologies, and managed network services for enterprise customers.
Learn more about EchoStar
Size
2,500 employees
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$40.1 million
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+1.9%
Revenue
$1.8 billion
NASDAQ

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