Eaton Electrical sector, Power Distribution Controls Assemblies (PDCA) division, is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for its manufacturing site in Greenwood, SC .
Our non-union campus includes a main site with nearly 700 employees spread across 250,000+ square feet, and a nearby site with 50 employees occupying 115,000+ square feet. This complex handles the manufacturing of medium voltage switchgears utilizing various processes such as fabrication, welding, painting, assembly, and testing. Greenwood is conveniently situated near Greenville and Columbia in Upstate South Carolina.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, our Manufacturing Manager is responsible for managing and directing designated assembly operations to produce and ship engineered-to-order product representing $400M+ in annual sales with a focus on safety, quality, on time delivery, labor productivity, and continuous improvement. Additionally, they will lead and manage 5 supervisors who in total have ~215 hourly employees reporting to them. They will collaborate across all functions across to meet and exceed short and long-term business goals. They're committed to developing a culture focused on continuous improvement to ensure our commitment to Safety, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction. Our leaders also foster an environment of engagement and inclusion for all employees and act with advocacy, empathy, and accountability.
In this role you will:
Manage and enforce safety standards, following all safety rules and procedures including PPE standards, addressing unsafe conditions, and investigating incidents or observations.
Develop action plans and objectives from the operations profit plan for High 5 metrics, SIOP, and capex projects.
Support and drive Continuous Improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste
Remain knowledgeable of required personnel-related policies and procedures of the company, monitor and correct employee actions or behavior to ensure adherence with required policies, procedures, systems, and rules.
Serve as a role model for Eaton's values and philosophies and code of ethics.
Lead daily Tier 2 meetings, review daily goals, interrupters, and metrics. Escalate urgent needs at Tier 3 meetings.
Manage production capacity and manning strategy to support financial objectives.
Your Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years' work experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum two (2) years as a direct leader of people
Experience working in a manufacturing environment (production, quality and/or supply chain)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment, immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc
No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience operating in an engineering to order business
Experience with continuous improvement processes and practices
Manning strategy / labor planning experience
Understanding of SIOP process
Your Skills:
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,).
Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in fast-paced, change oriented environment
What you'll do:
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Responsible for managing and directing designated assembly operations to produce and ship product representing $400M+ in annual sales with a focus on safety, quality, on time delivery, labor productivity, and continuous improvement.
This person in this role will lead and manage 5 supervisors who in total have ~215 hourly employees reporting to them. They will communicate, interact, and coordinate with employees in all functions across the business.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A. Manage and enforce safety standards, following all safety rules and procedures including PPE standards, addressing unsafe conditions, and investigating incidents or observations.
B. Develop action plans and objectives from the operations profit plan for High 5 metrics, SIOP, and capex projects.
C. Support and drive Continuous Improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste
D. Remain knowledgeable of required personnel-related policies and procedures of the company, monitor and correct employee actions or behavior to ensure adherence with required policies, procedures, systems, and rules.
E. Serve as a role model for Eaton's values and philosophies and code of ethics.
F. Lead daily Tier 2 meetings, review daily goals, interrupters, and metrics. Escalate urgent needs at Tier 3 meetings.
G. Manage production capacity and manning strategy to support financial objectives.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Second Level Manager:
Plant Manager
Immediate Supervisor:
Operations Manager
Incumbent:
Manufacturing Manager
Peers (reporting to same immediate superior):
Value Stream Managers
Subordinates:
Supervisors
DIMENSIONS:
On time performance (to customer)
Sales volume
Premium inbound and outbound freight
Rework hours
Scrap
Payroll costs (overtime)
Labor productivity
Employees supervised
Supervisors and their direct hourly reports
Qualifications:
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum five (5) years' work experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum two (2) years as a leader of people
Experience working in a manufacturing environment (sales, inventory, production).
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience operating in an engineering to order business
Experience with continuous improvement processes and practices
Manning strategy / labor planning experience
Understanding of SIOP process
Skills:
POSITION CRITERIA:
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,).
Knowledge of safety standards and practices.
Predisposition towards action and empathy towards others.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in fast-paced, change oriented environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Essential ability to deal with ambiguity and maintain a positive outlook.
Must be proactive, creative, and take the initiative to solve problems.
Skilled in organization and prioritization.
Crucial to lead and motivate a group of individuals.
Must be inclusive to others' ideas, beliefs, and personalities.
Essential ability to deal with ambiguity and maintain a positive outlook.
Must be proactive, creative, and take the initiative to solve problems.
Skilled in organization and prioritization.
Crucial to lead and motivate a group of individuals.
Must be inclusive to others' ideas, beliefs, and personalities.
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At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $130000 - $190000 a year. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
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