Manufacturing Manager

Peninsula Plastics

$90K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related area (preferred)
  • 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, ideally in plastics or automotive sectors
  • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement techniques
  • Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams in dynamic settings
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Familiarity with Automation preferred
  • Knowledge of thermoforming or packaging industries beneficial

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily production operations ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards are met
  • Lead and develop supervisors and production team members
  • Integrate lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement efforts
  • Monitor production schedules and resource allocation for optimal efficiency
  • Develop and assess departmental KPIs, sharing insights during quarterly reviews
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and safety regulations
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to enhance processes
  • Analyze and report on key performance metrics like output and labor efficiency
  • Support initiatives for cost reduction and effective budget management

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance available after 30 days
  • 401K with 50% company match up to 6%
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • A competitive starting salary based on experience
Full Job Description
Position Overview:
The Manufacturing Manager will be responsible for leading our thermoforming, automation and maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production. This role requires a strong background in manufacturing management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across all areas of production.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are met
  • Manage and develop a team of supervisors and production staff
  • Implement lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Monitor production schedules, staffing, and resources to optimize efficiency
  • Develop, manage and monitor departmental KPIs, and present to team at quarterly Management review
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve processes
  • Track and report key performance metrics, including output, downtime, and labor efficiency
  • Support cost reduction initiatives and budget management for plant operations

Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field (preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership, preferably within plastics, automotive, or related industries
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with Automation a plus
  • Experience in thermoforming a plus
  • Experience in the packaging industry a plus

Benefits:
  • Starting Pay: $90,000 - 110,000 (based on experience)
  • Medical, Dental Reimbursement, Vision, Life Insurance, and more offered after 30 days
  • 401K with Company match 50% up to 6%
  • Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Days, etc.
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

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