Manufacturing Manager
Job Description
Job Description
Manufacturing Manager
Whitehall, MI
(Direct Hire with GLOBAL’s Client)
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Manager leads daily plant operations to drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. This role supports strategic goals, promotes continuous improvement, and develops high-performing teams across all manufacturing functions.
Key Responsibilities
• Ensure a safe, clean work environment and address safety concerns promptly
• Lead operations to meet OEE, quality, delivery, and cost targets
• Drive lean initiatives to reduce waste, cycle time, and improve flow
• Develop and coach supervisors, team leaders, and support staff
• Oversee manufacturing planning, execution, and labor efficiency
• Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and team goal alignment
• Maintain strong communication with staff, cross-functional teams, and customers
• Support engineering on process improvements and product quality
Qualifications
• Education: High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution; BA/BS in Business Administration or Engineering preferred
• Experience: 7+ years in leadership roles, including 3+ years as a direct supervisor; experience in investment casting or manufacturing preferred
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods
• Soft Skills: Proven leadership, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills; ability to foster an engaged and accountable team culture
• Software: Proficiency in plant systems, production metrics, and general business software
Company Description About Us
GLOBAL Automation Technologies is a U.S.-based industrial company founded in 2009 with a
global presence across North America, South Africa, and the UAE. GLOBAL specializes in
delivering comprehensive automation solutions, including robotic integration, project
management, mechanical design, and maintenance, catering to industries such as
automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. In addition to its automation expertise, GLOBAL
offers specialized staffing services, connecting clients with highly skilled engineering,
automation, and manufacturing professionals to ensure projects are executed smoothly and
efficiently. GLOBAL’s value proposition is built on providing customized automation systems
and skilled talent that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and advance Industry 4.0
initiatives.
Company Description
About Us \r\nGLOBAL Automation Technologies is a U.S.-based industrial company founded in 2009 with a \r\nglobal presence across North America, South Africa, and the UAE. GLOBAL specializes in \r\ndelivering comprehensive automation solutions, including robotic integration, project \r\nmanagement, mechanical design, and maintenance, catering to industries such as \r\nautomotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. In addition to its automation expertise, GLOBAL \r\noffers specialized staffing services, connecting clients with highly skilled engineering, \r\nautomation, and manufacturing professionals to ensure projects are executed smoothly and \r\nefficiently. GLOBAL’s value proposition is built on providing customized automation systems \r\nand skilled talent that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and advance Industry 4.0 \r\ninitiatives.
Recommended Jobs
Assisted Living and Memory Care Night Supervisor
Job Description Job Description We are seeking an Assisted Living and Memory Care Night Supervisor to become a part of our team! Responsibilities: Oversee Midnight staff in Memory Care and S…
Johnny's Market Cashier - 2545 Airport Rd.
$14.50-16.50/hour Morning, noon, and night, we rely on our team of Crew Members to be the face of Johnny’s. We count on you to take great care of our customers, making them glad they stopped in every…
Sales Associate
Coach is seeking a Sales Associate in Ann Arbor, MI, to deliver exceptional customer service and achieve sales goals. The role involves engaging with customers, maintaining visual merchandising standa…
RPG/iSeries Lead Programmer Analyst
Job Description Job Description We are seeking a skilled RPGLE, RPGFree and Embedded SQL Project Leader to lead and manage projects as well as contribute to development efforts for our leading re…
Operations Specialist
Multi-state Farmington Hills, MI law firm is seeking a qualified and driven Operations Specialist with the ability to handle large volumes of legal/confidential data flow and computer processes. Wit…
Account Representative - Outside Sales for Lift Truck Leader
Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwid…
OCC QA Performance Reliability Auditor
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Operations Control Center Quality Assurance Performance Reliability Auditor Department: Operations Control Center Quality Assurance Reports To: …
Dessert / Cigar Bar Server
La Dolce Vita , a Mainstreet Ventures restaurant, offers guests the finest in after dinner pleasures including gourmet desserts expertly prepared by our own Pastry Chef, madeira, ports, cognacs, sin…
Chief Financial Officer
Job Description Job Description Description The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including c…
Yard Specialist
Job Description Job Description If you enjoy working with a team, outdoors, and with your hands, then this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a booming industry! We’re looking…