Senior Manufacturing Manager

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the manufacturing floor, including production scheduling, capacity planning, and resource allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other best practices to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and quality departments to ensure seamless product introduction, quality control, and problem resolution.
• Develop and manage manufacturing budgets, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on manufacturing performance to senior leadership.
• Identify and implement new technologies and automation solutions to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Manage equipment maintenance and calibration programs to minimize downtime and ensure operational readiness.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.