Manufacturing Manager, Textiles - Dover, NH

Manufacturing Operations Leader

Opportunity to lead and transform manufacturing operations!

This company invests in employee development, safety, and career progression!

Our client is a globally recognized manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. The organization fosters a collaborative and safety-first culture, where employees are empowered to improve processes and contribute to long-term success. With a significant investment in people, technology, and continuous improvement methodologies, the company provides a stable and forward-thinking environment. Employees benefit from structured development opportunities, a clear commitment to well being, and the chance to work within a business that values accountability, teamwork, and performance. The organization is particularly known for embracing lean principles and modern manufacturing practices, positioning itself as a leader within its sector. This is an opportunity to join a business that values both operational rigor and employee growth.

Job Description

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

• Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and delivery targets are achieved
• Drive a strong safety culture by enforcing compliance, reducing risk, and promoting best practices across the site
• Develop and optimize production schedules and workforce planning to meet changing business demands
• Implement and lead continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track performance across safety, quality, delivery, and productivity
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of manufacturing staff, setting clear objectives and driving accountability
• Identify training needs and support ongoing employee development and succession planning
• Utilize data and metrics to identify operational gaps and implement corrective actions
• Support plant leadership with strategic initiatives and operational improvements
• Lead change management efforts, ensuring strong employee engagement and adoption
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and industry standards
• Contribute to the development of automation and process enhancement strategies where applicable

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a manufacturing supervisory role with oversight of shift supervisors
• Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role within textiles or a related production environment
• Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma certification advantageous)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Experience managing performance metrics and delivering measurable operational improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of working with urgency
• Familiarity with ERP systems and standard business software tools

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous holiday allowance and paid leave programs, including parental leave
• Strong retirement offering with employer contribution
• Health, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness and assistance programs
• Opportunities for career progression, training, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement and financial well being support
• A collaborative and supportive work environment with a strong focus on employee safety
• Recognition programs and incentives to reward performance
• The chance to make a meaningful impact within a business committed to continuous improvement and innovation

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