Manufacturing Manager

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible. Spincraft is long recognized as experts in high-performance metal forming technologies, Spincraft delivers single-source manufacturing solutions that solve our customers' greatest manufacturing challenges. With proven experience in virtually all workable alloys, Spincraft components and assemblies can be found in today’s most advanced space launch vehicles, commercial and military aircraft, nuclear submarines, critical defense systems, land-based gas turbines and more. Our U.S. (Massachusetts, Wisconsin, California) and UK (Newcastle) facilities deliver precision, efficiency, and single-source manufacturing support for customers worldwide. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Manufacturing Manager is responsible for overall performance and process of production within the plant. The Manufacturing Manager manages and provides directions to all manufacturing personnel to achieve production efficiencies, world-class quality, and on-time delivery. The Manufacturing Manager collaborates with other site functional leaders to ensure effective communication and teamwork that drives the completion of site objectives. What You’ll Do Plant Management Oversee and direct manufacturing operations ensuring Key Performance Indicators in Operational Efficiency, Quality, Delivery, and Safety are met or exceededDelegate work assignments managing operations to annual plan, reviewing backlog and future plan, and ensuring KPI – data stuff and whatnotTrack competencies of subordinates, provide leadership, and training as required to achieve the objectivesExecute manufacturing production schedules and engineering defined processesIdentify, research, and implement effective root cause and corrective action plans that result in reduced cost of poor qualityAssist in the development of and execute the yearly manufacturing plan to deliver the business objectives and production volumesDrive, support and lead continuous improvement projects relating to manufacturing cost, quality, safety, and increased throughputEnsure compliance to all company policies and procedures. Maintain and improve workplace organization and 6S initiativesManage shop capacity by assessing manufacturing operations staffing and skill requirements, machine capabilities, and efficiency. Develop plans to address needsProactively participate in cross-department collaboration for strategic planning and business objectives.Work with Materials and Program Management team for managing production backlog and future planningUtilize reporting and analytics to make data-driven decisions to meet production needsAttend trainings, meetings, and participate in continuous improvement programs Team Management Hold Shop Team accountable to goals and objectives set by the Company and Operations ManagerParticipate in union activities such a contract negotiation, grievances, etc.Train and mentor new team members and be an ambassador of our cultureDelegate job assignments and review workload as necessaryMaintain employee schedules such as approving time-off & staff coverageCollaborate with Human Resources for employee performance discussions, recruitment needs, hiring, and terminationsWork to resolve interpersonal issues and conflicts as they ariseAdvocate a safe and professional work environment What You’ll Bring Minimum of 5 years in a plant management or operations manager role preferably in a machining or sheet metal fabrication organizationProven Lean Manufacturing experiencePractical knowledge of cost accounting What We Value Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, logistics, or related field is preferred, but not required Experience in a union manufacturing environment preferred but not requiredReliable transportationStrong interpersonal and problem-solving skillsDemonstrates high level of Emotional Intelligence when dealing with all levels of the company, clients, and vendorsExceptional written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn other softwareProficient knowledge EPR systems, Epicor preferred Ability to build and maintain strong working relationshipsAbility to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to detailsSelf-motivated professional with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamRegularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day