Manufacturing Manager

Manufacturing Manager
Location: Charleston, SC (must be a US citizen or currently hold a green card work authorization)

An established North American manufacturer in Charleston is in need of a skilled Manufacturing Manager. The ideal candidate should possess a collaborative spirit and a solid history of prioritizing safety, quality, efficiency enhancements, and team development.

Primary Duties

• Guide the value stream as a key leader within the organization, reporting directly to the Plant Manager.

• Mentor and guide leaders on the front lines to meet business targets.

• Promote a culture of safety excellence by implementing JSAs, Standard Work principles, and Control Plans.

• Maintain process consistency and optimize the use of Control Plans, Standard Work guidelines, and JSAs.

• Provide necessary resources and information to support informed decision-making across all levels.

• Track and evaluate operational performance to ensure objectives are met in safety, quality, productivity, and financial profitability.

• Act as the primary contact for both upstream and downstream customers.

• Supervise daily activities and implement manufacturing strategies that align with short- to mid-term plans.

• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to boost performance, decrease expenses, and enhance output.

• Lead efforts to reduce expenses and participate in Rapid Improvement Events.

• Oversee all aspects of cost management to meet unit cost targets.

• Develop training schedules to cultivate a multi-skilled workforce.

• Influence equipment effectiveness through Total Productive Maintenance and preventive maintenance endeavors.

• Support Total Productive Maintenance planning, data collection, and continuous enhancement campaigns.

Basic Qualifications

• Preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business.

• At least 2–5 years of documented experience in manufacturing leadership roles.

• More than 3 years of hands-on technical issue resolution in manufacturing environments.

• Past accomplishments in supervising effective teams and delivering favorable outcomes.

• Proficient in organization, communication, and managing projects.

• Aptitude in leading cross-functional squads, strategic project design, and ongoing enhancement.

• Expertise in process documentation such as Control Plans, FMEA, JSAs, and Standard Work.

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt accreditation is preferred.

• Experience with SPC software and process capability standards is desirable.