Manufacturing Manager

TECHNIQUE, INC.
Precision Stamping • Tubing • Welding
Jackson, Michigan, USA
Manufacturing Manager

Technique, Inc. is a Michigan-based leader in precision stamping, tubing, and welding, serving aerospace, automotive, medical, and food processing industries. Known for ultra-fast lead times, high-quality parts, and emergency manufacturing support, Technique is the partner companies trust when precision and speed are non-negotiable.

As a Manufacturing Manager, you will oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. You will lead production teams, coordinate resources, and drive continuous improvement across all production processes while collaborating closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

• Lead, manage, and develop production supervisors and production staff
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate production activities to meet customer demands
• Ensure production lines operate efficiently while minimizing downtime and waste

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety policies
• Conduct regular safety audits, root-cause analyses, and corrective actions
• Ensure all employees follow proper work procedures and training requirements

Quality Assurance

• Partner with the Quality department to ensure products meet specifications and standards
• Implement corrective actions to address quality deviations
• Monitor scrap, rework, and first-pass yield metrics

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process-improvement initiatives
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities to improve throughput and reduce costs
• Drive adoption of best practices and standard operating procedures

Team Development

• Coach and mentor team members and conduct performance evaluations
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training of production employees
• Foster positive employee relations and maintain high team morale

Production Planning & Reporting

• Monitor KPIs such as productivity, labor efficiency, downtime, and delivery performance
• Prepare and present daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to maintain adequate staffing, materials, and equipment

Equipment & Resource Management

• Partner with Maintenance to ensure proactive maintenance and minimize downtime
• Recommend and assist with equipment upgrades or replacements
• Ensure proper resource allocation across shifts

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including leadership or supervisory roles
• Experience in fast-paced production environments strongly preferred
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, or similar CI methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency with production planning systems (ERP/MRP)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures
• Requires standing, walking, and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs
• May require off-shift support and occasional weekend availability

Why Join Technique, Inc.

• Leadership role with direct impact on manufacturing performance
• Strong safety-first, team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Stable organization with continued growth momentum