About the job

Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Operations Manager at our West Chester, OH location.

As a global company with over 135,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we are dedicated to creating connected technologies that revolutionize industries and enhance lives. From simple switches to advanced operational systems, our technology, software, and services empower our customers to optimize and automate their operations, ensuring Life Is On for everyone, everywhere, and at every moment.

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Overview This role will be dedicated to support integration solutions for modular data centers out of our West Chester, OH facility. The Manager will be responsible for leading and directing all assigned manufacturing operations. This position will drive a culture of continuous improvement and hold the production teams accountable for defined expectations. They will organize manufacturing activities in accordance with plant policies and procedures to drive & develop the performance measures surrounding supply, financial performance, and talent development. The successful candidate shall have an entrepreneurial - ownership approach to leadership on the shop floor and will drive this approach to team members.

• Assists Department Supervisors in effective implementation of continuous improvement disciplines.
• Leads and develops the department supervisors to optimize processes, efficiency, and innovation
• Ensures modules are produced efficiently while being on time and meeting all people, quality, delivery, cost, and CI (continuous improvement) metrics.
• Incorporates plans for manufacturing growth as dictated by the expansion of the business.
• Evaluates product/process improvements for the business.
• Establishes KPI's with clear goals and targets for the production functions. Measures the production function on achievement of goals, performance targets and performance standards.
• Communicates with internal customers as required to provide updates, manage expectations, resolve problems, and obtain feedback.
• Engages closely with personnel on the shop floor on continuous improvement opportunities, problem analysis, solutions, implementation, and control methods.
• Drives process and methods for creating and maintaining an organized, clean, high performance visual workplace.
• Constantly analyzes the business demand and staffing requirements to ensure production departments are scheduled and staffed appropriately.
• Reacts and adapts well when re-prioritization is required. Views changing priorities with urgency and takes a constructive approach to execute them on a dynamic basis.
• Conducts scheduled reviews of team members in order to align expectations, maintain accountability, and proactively develop team
• Takes accountability for the total site performance and regular communication to the Plant Manager.
• Directs manpower and adjusts schedules as necessary to meet production requirements.
• Provides direction in the development and implementation of production improvements, training, safety and housekeeping.

• Participate in the company Safety Committee meetings and takes an active part in the activities of the Safety Committee.
• Ensure that the company safety policy, safety manual, and governmental rules and regulations are followed by all production employees throughout the facility.
• Ensure that employee safety training is completed as required and that records of the training are maintained.
• Ensure that discipline is maintained in the workplace regarding personal protective equipment and safe working practices.
• Monitor the effectiveness of supervision in enforcing the company safety procedures and takes the necessary corrective action where there are noticeable gaps
• Communicate with Safety and other management in the execution of the safety program.

• Has a strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and implementation
• Has strong knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Solid understanding of developing standard work practices.
• Demonstrated experience with operations management, and working knowledge of engineering, manufacturing practices, safety, quality, and materials management.
• Prior experience leading teams, departments, and managing/developing staff.
• Manages employees in an effective manner by communicating goals and expectations then providing follow-up feedback.
• Proficient using MS Office software, with the ability to learn new software including ERP and production scheduling software.
• Knowledge of ISO quality systems and experience working in ISO certified organization.

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations management, or a related field (Preferred)
• or 5+ years of applicable experience in the role of Manufacturing Operation's Management within a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Experience: Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)