Job Title: Manufacturing Manager
Location: Santa Teresa, New Mexico
Job Type: Onsite
Reporting to: Corporate Technical Director
Director Reports: 12
Position Summary: The Manufacturing Manager oversees daily pourline operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement across multiple facilities. This role leads team development, manages production requirements, and maintains process consistency to meet operational goals.
Responsibilities:- Lead and train employees on work processes, safety, and environmental standards.
- Manage daily production formulations, schedules, staffing, and workflow.
- Maintain accurate data entry, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Monitor quality, confirm material specifications, and ensure foam testing compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement in quality, processes, and productivity.
- Evaluate employee performance and support corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure safe work practices, proper PPE usage, and strong housekeeping standards.
- Maintain inventory of foam and chemicals; coordinate orders and material flow.
- Partner with Maintenance to optimize equipment reliability.
- Support daily SQDC meetings and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
- 3-5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
- Foam pouring/fabrication experience preferred.
- Strong chemical knowledge and basic math skills.
- Understanding of production processes, quality control, and customer service standards.
- Working knowledge of machines, tools, and maintenance practices.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and related applications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to solve practical problems and follow detailed instructions.
- Ability to obtain HAZMAT certification.
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