Manufacturing Manager

About the Opportunity

Lead innovation and drive results from Day 1. As a Manufacturing Manager at P&G, you will be a critical leader ensuring globally recognized products are produced to the highest standards. This role offers unparalleled exposure to advanced manufacturing, focusing on Process Engineering, Converting & Packaging, and Control Systems, alongside comprehensive Project Management. You'll lead impactful projects, guide diverse teams, and shape the future of consumer goods production.

What You Will Do

As a Manufacturing Manager, you will quickly assume significant ownership, driving operational excellence and strategic projects within our plants. Your responsibilities will blend technical problem-solving with leadership and project execution, including:

• Process Engineering & Optimization: Lead identification and elimination of losses, design and implement innovative solutions to streamline processes, improve OEE, and enhance product quality using data analytics.
• Converting & Packaging Engineering: Lead development of web-processing and equipment solutions, champion 3D modeling and mechatronics, and drive optimization of packaging lines for efficiency and cost.
• Control Systems Engineering: Lead design, development, and implementation of advanced automation, control networks, robotics, and industrial software solutions. This includes managing site electrical systems, facilities upgrades, warehouse automation (e.g., AGVs, automated racking), and driving utility and logistics projects.
• Manufacturing Project Management: Lead capital projects (typically $2M+) from concept to handoff, managing scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables with cross-functional teams.
• Leadership & Capability Building: Drive HS&E and Quality standards, build long-term capability by coaching teams, and lead adoption of digital solutions, robotics, and control systems.

What We Offer

• Significant Ownership: Lead impactful projects with full responsibility from Day 1.
• Continuous Mentorship & Training: Receive formal training and daily mentorship from experienced leaders.
• Dynamic and Encouraging Environment: Work on a diverse array of interesting and impactful problems in a collaborative setting.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or related technical discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Industrial & Systems, Manufacturing, Operations Management).
• Experience: 0-5 years of relevant work experience (internships, co-ops, research experience, academic projects count!).
• Technical Curiosity & Acumen: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes, develop comprehensive technical solutions, and interpret data to drive decisions. A strong technical curiosity and understanding to proactively develop new approaches to complex problems.
• Project Mindset: A strong desire and demonstrated capability to lead projects, manage timelines/budgets, and drive results in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated leadership potential and experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders (from operators to senior management).
• Agility & Drive: Ability to quickly embrace and adapt to changes in project scope, schedule and cost. Proactive, self-driven, and eager to make a tangible impact.
• Mobility: Willingness to relocate throughout your career. At P&G, we believe that diverse experiences help build strong leaders. Mobility is a key component of many management careers, providing opportunities to grow through different assignments, locations, and business challenges. Candidates should be prepared to consider relocation opportunities throughout their career as business needs and development opportunities arise. Relocation support available to those who qualify.
• Travel: Ability to travel 10-25% as business needs dictate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (Power BI, Tableau, SQL) and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Experience with project management tools and concepts.
• Strong understanding of controls, automation, robotics, or industrial networks.
• Specific experience in Electrical Engineering, including facilities electrical distribution systems, PLCs, drives, operator interfaces, and network architectures.
• Proven expertise in Process, Converting/Packaging, or Control Systems Engineering.

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Pay / Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $122,200.00 / year
• Job Schedule: Full time