Manufacturing Manager

ABEC Inc • $80K — $110K *
Bethlehem, PA 18017In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred)
  • 3-5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of production processes and equipment utilization
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Proven ability to improve KPIs and plant profitability
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with Lean/Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of manufacturing output and ensure efficient production operations
  • Proactively adjust staffing and workflows for optimal performance
  • Build trust and engagement with the team by maintaining strong visibility on the floor
  • Champion Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance productivity
  • Analyze performance metrics to implement effective improvements
  • Create a positive work environment focused on safety and collaboration
  • Work cross-functionally to solve operational challenges and improve performance

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on operations and team performance
  • Lead initiatives that promote innovation and excellence
  • Develop and mentor a capable team
  • Be part of a collaborative and growth-focused culture
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Lead the Operation
  • Take ownership of manufacturing output-ensuring production runs efficiently, stays on schedule, and consistently meets customer expectations.
  • Proactively adjust staffing, equipment, and workflows to keep operations running at peak performance.
  • Maintain strong visibility on the floor, building trust and engagement with your team across all shifts.

Drive Continuous Improvement
  • Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and elevate quality.
  • Analyze metrics and performance data to identify opportunities and implement meaningful, lasting improvements.
  • Stay ahead of operational challenges and lead solutions that drive efficiency and cost leadership.

Build & Develop High-Performing Teams
  • Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and elevate quality.
  • Create a positive, accountable work environment where safety, collaboration, and performance thrive.
  • Recognize and motivate employees to meet key performance indicators (KPIs) and exceed expectations.

Ensure Quality & Safety Excellence
  • Partner with Quality teams to maintain world-class standards and quickly resolve any issues.
  • Lead a safety-first culture - ensuring compliance, conducting training, and investigating incidents with urgency and care.
  • Uphold high standards of compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate & Execute
  • Work cross-functionally with other departments to solve problems and improve overall business performance.
  • Set strategic departmental goals and execute plans that align with broader organizational objectives.
  • Oversee daily operations, assign work, and ensure all processes run smoothly and effectively.


What You Bring (Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred)
  • 3-5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of production processes, capacity planning, and equipment utilization
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Proven ability to motivate teams, improve KPIs, and drive plant profitability
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Highly organized with strong time management and planning abilities
  • Experience with Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement (a plus)


Physical & Work Requirements
  • Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility as needed
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Willingness to travel as required


Why This Role is Exciting
  • Make a real impact on operations, people, and performance
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives that drive innovation
  • Build and mentor a team that you can be proud of
  • Be part of a culture focused on excellence, growth, and collaboration


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required - technical degree preferred
  • 3-5 years' supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to read engineering drawings
  • Experience with capacity planning, from a people and equipment perspective
  • Able to train and motivate employees to create quality product, increase KPI's and growth the profitability of this plant.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
  • Must be flexible, innovative and comfortable in setting own priorities
  • Polished presentation, business acumen and facilitation skills
  • Good understanding of lean manufacturing principles
  • Experience with high volume manufacturing operations
  • Strong organization and planning skills
  • Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift 50lb
  • Fluent written and spoken English
  • Working knowledge of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing a plus
  • Authorized to work in the US
  • Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.
  • Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus

About ABEC Inc

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Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
* Ladders Estimates

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