Manufacturing Manager
$160,000–$200,000 year
On-siteMonterey, California, United States
Job Summary
Drive production efficiency by overseeing the entire manufacturing cycle, including assembly, testing, and calibration, while prioritizing schedules based on new product introductions and equipment capabilities. Exercise high-level judgment to solve complex challenges, manage comprehensive budgets, and champion lean initiatives to eliminate waste across all production lines. Direct front-line teams, mentor leadership, and coordinate standard operating procedures to ensure output goals and quality standards are consistently met. Analyze plant capacity data to determine optimal processes and resolve operational roadblocks, including leading high-risk projects requiring significant resources. Maintain flexibility for evening and weekend availability to meet critical deadlines.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field
- 7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing and operations experience
- minimum of 3 years in a dedicated leadership role managing production teams
- Proven track record of driving cross-functional alignment and collaborating effectively with peers in Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain
- Demonstrated expertise in Six Sigma and LEAN manufacturing principles
- history of successfully designing and executing process improvements
- Strong strategic planning and project management skills
- ability to document, market, and execute complex operational programs
- Deep understanding of ISO9001 Quality Management Systems and compliance standards
- High proficiency in ERP systems (Epicor preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Visio and Project
- ability to interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
- Manual dexterity to operate and manipulate manual and automated tooling and fixtures
- You must be able to look at a computer monitor for most of the workday
- You must be able to live up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Maintains flexibility and availability, including evenings and weekends, when necessary
Desired Qualifications
- advanced degree (MBA/MS)
- SolidWorks experience is a plus
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