Manufacturing Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Manager oversees all assembly and paint operations and ensures that processes are conducted in accordance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and production requirements. This position is responsible for the effective management of personnel, safety, quality, delivery, inventory, equipment, and cost performance throughout both the assembly and paint departments. The Manufacturing Manger drives continuous improvement initiatives, promotes a safe and productive work environment, and collaborates with other departments to achieve company objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uphold, promote, and enforce Flory Industries company policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.

• Responsible for all personnel-related activities, including hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, performance evaluations, employee development, and disciplinary actions.

• Provide direction and management for Assembly Foremen, Paint Foremen, Leads, and departmental personnel, including defining responsibilities, setting expectations, and managing work schedules.

• Plan and coordinate assembly and paint production schedules, workflow, staffing levels, overtime, materials, and resources to meet production goals while minimizing costs.

• Monitor departmental performance to ensure production deadlines, quality standards, and delivery commitments are achieved.

• Oversee maintenance, cleanliness, organization, and orderliness of assembly and paint facilities and surrounding work areas.

• Manage the organization, maintenance, service, repair, and evaluation of assembly and paint equipment.

• Ensure proper inventory control, procurement, and utilization of assembly, paint, and related production supplies.

• Maintain familiarity with and drive implementation of 5S principles (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) throughout both departments.

• Maintain familiarity with and promote Lean Manufacturing principles to improve productivity, efficiency, and waste reduction.

• Lead the continual evaluation, measurement, and improvement of assembly and painting processes, procedures, and workflows.

• Identify operational issues and production challenges, develop solutions, and implement corrective actions.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor quality standards while reducing scrap, rework, and associated costs.

• Establish and track departmental performance metrics related to safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost.

• Attend manufacturing and leadership meetings and collaborate with other department managers to achieve company goals and support cross-functional operations.

• Ensure employees are properly trained and qualified to safely operate equipment, tools, and processes within their assigned areas.

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and maintain work environments that are free from foreseeable hazards.

• Conduct routine inspections of work areas, equipment, and processes to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

• Support employee engagement, accountability, and teamwork while fostering a positive and productive department culture.

• Assist with budget planning and cost management initiatives for assembly and paint operations.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.