Senior Manufacturing Manager

About the role

This is a pivotal leadership role designed to steer our entire production operation. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring we not only meet but exceed our manufacturing targets for safety, quality, cost, and delivery. We are hiring this position to strengthen our leadership as we scale our operations, launch new products, and implement cutting‑edge processes to maintain our competitive edge.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and support Supervisors and Team Leads across three shifts, helping every team perform at its best
• Take a data and process-led approach to delivering our Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale goals
• Stay flexible and respond quickly to changing priorities, making smart day-to-day decisions that keep performance on track
• Create short-and medium-term plans that support Manufacturing’s long-term goals
• Build an engaged and motivated workforce through regular coaching, meaningful recognition and professional development
• Work closely with Operations, Customer Service and Product teams to solve challenges and deliver better results
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement—strengthening performance, reducing waste and making our ways of working simpler and more consistent
• Lead standardization projects that improve efficiency and create lasting change
• Manage staffing, resources and labor budgets effectively, balancing operational needs with cost efficiency
• Champion a safety-first culture and help create an environment where everyone can do their best work safely
• Lead the smooth introduction of new products, processes and equipment into Manufacturing

Requirements

• Proven experience as a process and data-driven manufacturing leader who excels at motivating teams and solving complex problems
• Natural collaborator comfortable working with engineering, supply chain, and quality departments to drive continuous improvement
• Practical and analytical problem-solver with root‑cause analysis skills in high‑mix, high‑volume production
• Proven LEAN experience and continuous‑improvement mindset, with a track record of improving processes, reducing waste and strengthening KPIs
• Ability to make clear, timely decisions using data, operational insight and sound judgement, balancing Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale
• Experience managing online print, finishing workflows or similar manufacturing operations
• Strong planning and prioritisation skills, balancing immediate operational needs with longer‑term goals
• Ability to build clear, consistent and scalable processes that help teams deliver work efficiently
• Leadership experience with a passion for coaching and mentoring, providing constructive feedback and recognition
• Capability to set clear direction, turn strategic goals into practical plans, measurable outcomes and clear expectations
• Track record of improving operational performance and delivering against KPIs
• Skill in communicating clearly and confidently at all levels, fostering an environment where people feel comfortable contributing ideas
• Experience in building capability, planning resources and supporting teams through change
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Supply Chain, Engineering and global partners to create joined‑up solutions

Skills

• Lean Certification
• Degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business
• Experience working with OEMs and external suppliers

Benefits

• 34 days of combined vacation and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with company match and no vesting schedule
• Dog‑friendly and casual office environment
• Free lunches every other week