Manufacturing ManagerEngine Power Components, Inc.Opportunity at Grand Haven, Michigan facilityAs Manufacturing Manager, you will:- Lead assigned departments in alignment with EPC policies and practices, including staffing, training, performance management, and employee development.
- Partner with leadership to develop and execute the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), including forecasting, resource planning, cost targets, and efficiency goals.
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (OEE, scrap, downtime, throughput) and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 standards and customer-specific requirements; maintain audit readiness.
- Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cost, efficiency, and resource utilization.
- Drive production scheduling and control to minimize inventory while supporting sales and on-time delivery objectives.
- Implement visual management systems on the shop floor to improve accountability and reduce reliance on tribal knowledge.
- Mentor and develop shift supervisors and team leaders to build a stronger leadership pipeline.
Focus Areas of Ownership
- Safety - A non-negotiable priority across all operations.
- Quality - Internal and external, including scrap, rework, and salvage.
- Cost - Tooling, labor, and production efficiency. (FTTP)
- Performance - By man, machine, and department (OEE).
- Service & Delivery - Exceeding customer expectations.
- Asset Stewardship - Equipment, space, and inventories.
- Training & Development - Building capability in the operations team
As an ideal candidate for Manufacturing Manager, you would:- A bachelor's degree in engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
- At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing (automotive preferred).
- Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements, with experience leading audits and sustaining compliance.
- Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
- A proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
- Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
If you're passionate about manufacturing and want the opportunity to make a measurable impact, we'd love to speak with you. We reward our employees with excellent benefits, including competitive wages, health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a 401(k) plan. Join our team and help us write the next chapter of EPC's success story!
