Manufacturing Manager - Industrial - Dover, New Hampshire

Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment, ensuring performance across safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on continuous improvement, team development, and operational excellence.

Client Details

Our client is a global manufacturing organization known for its innovative products and strong operational footprint. The company fosters a people-first culture that prioritizes safety, collaboration, and continuous development, creating an environment where employees are empowered to grow and contribute meaningfully.

Description

Reporting directly into the Operations Leader, you will be responsible for the following:

• Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals
• Drive a culture of safety by implementing and enforcing protocols and proactively reducing risk across the facility
• Manage workforce planning, including staffing, cross-training, and contingency strategies to meet fluctuating production demands
• Develop and track key performance metrics to improve operational outcomes and support plant objectives
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members, setting clear performance expectations and fostering accountability
• Lead continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
• Identify and implement cost-reduction strategies to improve overall profitability
• Utilize data and analytics to identify process gaps and implement effective solutions
• Partner with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to optimize operations and align with broader business goals
• Ensure all policies, procedures, and best practices are followed consistently across the site

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field
• Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role (typically 7+ years)
• Strong background in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence methodologies (Six Sigma experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on root cause analysis and process improvement
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience working with ERP systems and standard business software tools
• Exposure to plastics, extrusion, or automation technologies is advantageous

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation package with strong benefits offerings
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement savings plan with a generous company contribution and immediate vesting
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and multiple company holidays
• Access to wellness programs, employee assistance resources, and financial planning tools
• Opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and tuition reimbursement
• A supportive culture focused on safety, employee well-being, and long-term growth
• Recognition programs and additional incentives that reward performance and engagement

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