What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Manager position at Husky Technologies?
Job Description
Title: Manufacturing Manager
Id: 21406
Type: FullTime
Location: Milton, VT
Husky TechnologiesTM is a company with a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships, a strong sense of community and a unique culture and values. We are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy.
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky TechnologiesTM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.
Husky TechnologiesTM United States manufacturing facility is located in Milton, Vermont on a large, beautiful campus located just 30 minutes north of downtown Burlington, Vermont. Features include an onsite cafeteria, open office concept, fitness center, intramural sports activities and clean, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with outstanding safety records. We offer a great work environment, competitive total compensation and attractive benefits package.
Additional things you might like to know about working at Husky TechnologiesTM in Milton, Vermont;
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and engaging a high-performing manufacturing team while driving a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role focuses on coaching employees, building leadership capability, fostering employee engagement, and creating an environment where team members can succeed and grow. The Manufacturing Manager is also responsible for delivering operational results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost across the manufacturing value stream.
Salary Range: $125k - $140k
Key Responsibilities
No agency or telephone inquiries please.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at talent@husky.ca.
Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
Title: Manufacturing Manager
Id: 21406
Type: FullTime
Location: Milton, VT
Husky TechnologiesTM is a company with a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships, a strong sense of community and a unique culture and values. We are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy.
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky TechnologiesTM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.
Husky TechnologiesTM United States manufacturing facility is located in Milton, Vermont on a large, beautiful campus located just 30 minutes north of downtown Burlington, Vermont. Features include an onsite cafeteria, open office concept, fitness center, intramural sports activities and clean, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with outstanding safety records. We offer a great work environment, competitive total compensation and attractive benefits package.
Additional things you might like to know about working at Husky TechnologiesTM in Milton, Vermont;
- 200,000 square foot bright, clean machine shop
- Annual incentive bonus
- Outstanding 401k contribution and match program
- 700 acres of private land to walk, bike, run or cross country ski
- On site gym facility
- On site cafeteria
- Opportunity to work for a world class company with great people
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and engaging a high-performing manufacturing team while driving a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role focuses on coaching employees, building leadership capability, fostering employee engagement, and creating an environment where team members can succeed and grow. The Manufacturing Manager is also responsible for delivering operational results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost across the manufacturing value stream.
Salary Range: $125k - $140k
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of technicians, coordinators, and team leaders, creating a positive and engaging work environment that supports employee growth, retention, and performance.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, trust, and continuous improvement through regular coaching, feedback, recognition, and development opportunities.
- Build organizational capability by developing talent, identifying future leaders, supporting succession planning, and addressing performance concerns in a timely and effective manner.
- Establish clear goals and expectations that align with Husky's safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives, holding team members accountable for results.
- Coach team members in problem solving, root cause analysis, and decision making to develop ownership and strengthen operational excellence throughout the organization.
- Communicate short-term priorities and long-term strategies effectively, ensuring employees understand business objectives and their role in achieving them.
- Champion employee engagement initiatives and create opportunities for team members to contribute ideas, solve problems, and drive improvements.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts using Lean, Six Sigma, TIPS, and other improvement methodologies to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cycle time.
- Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that support both short-term business needs and long-term organizational objectives.
- Ensure effective execution of quarterly and annual safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals across the department.
- Manage production support activities required to sustain a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
- Meet customer delivery commitments by ensuring adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and established operating procedures.
- Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions that improve performance and customer satisfaction.
- Ability to effectively lead in a fast-paced, results-driven manufacturing environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels of the organization.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across the organization.
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams.
- Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
- Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, including Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 8 years of manufacturing experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
- 7 years of leadership experience.
- Flexibility to support multiple shifts and provide overlap as needed.
No agency or telephone inquiries please.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at talent@husky.ca.
Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
Salary : $125,000 - $140,000