Hours:
*Day Shift
*Mon to Fri
*8am to 5pm
Overview
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all manufacturing operations across the site. This role oversees a multidisciplinary team of approximately 40 employees and is accountable for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement across all manufacturing departments.
Scope of Responsibility
*Full responsibility for all manufacturing departments (e.g. Production, Assembly, Fabrication, Finishing, Packaging, Maintenance, and Stores as applicable)
*Team size: ~40 employees
*Budget and cost control responsibility for manufacturing operations
Key Responsibilities
*Overseeing the production process, working to the production schedule.
*Ensure planned KPI’s of efficiency and performance are met or exceeded.
*Track competencies of subordinates and provide leadership and development as required to achieve the objectives.
*Establish and maintain a standard of performance for the operation.
*Develop and track improvement in reduction of planned hours.
*Make sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality.
*Manage the adherence to prescribed procedures to ensure first pass quality meets or exceeds planned goals.
*Conduct Performance appraisal for direct reports & ensure it is done for the rest of the production areas.
*Ensure continual improvement with overall quality of product.
*Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies, systems and processes.
*Manage the manufacturing operation consistent with the company operating guidelines.
*Establish individual accountability using coaching and support and performance management process.
*Assess manufacturing operations staffing and skill requirements. Develop plans to address needs.
*Establish manufacturing priorities and allocate the resources.
*Ensure effective management of performance in the department to meet business needs.
Skills & Experience
Essential
*Proven experience as a Manufacturing Manager or Senior Production Manager
*Experience leading teams of 30+ employees
*Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations management
*Demonstrated leadership and people management capability
*Solid understanding of health & safety and quality systems
*Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Desirable
*Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma experience
*Engineering or technical background
*Experience in multi-shift or high-mix manufacturing environments
Qualifications
*Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field
Personal Attributes
*Hands-on, visible leader on the shop floor
*Structured, data-driven, and results-focused
*Strong communicator at all levels
*Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure