Description

The Manager – Production Operations leads a team of supervisors and frontline staff to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. The role focuses on strategic and mid‑term production planning, aligning departmental goals with corporate objectives, and driving continuous‑improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. You will also prepare and present operational reports to senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and corrective actions.

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule to meet customer demand while optimizing inventory and resource utilization.
• Ensure schedule attainment exceeds 90 % and adjust plans proactively based on demand, capacity, or supply‑chain changes.
• Maintain ERP/MRP parameters (lead times, safety stock, ATP) for accurate scheduling and data integrity.
• Oversee inventory accuracy across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, implementing replenishment strategies to minimize scrap and excess.
• Track inventory KPIs (turns, accuracy, cycle‑count compliance) and drive corrective actions with procurement, logistics, and operations.
• Mentor and develop supervisors and frontline team members, setting clear expectations, providing feedback, and fostering an inclusive culture.
• Plan and execute hiring and training to align staffing with operational growth and budget constraints.
• Build cross‑functional relationships to reduce production costs, improve quality, and enhance delivery performance.
• Partner with procurement to ensure supplier strategies meet lead‑time, quality, capacity, and on‑time‑delivery requirements.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes by integrating them into production plans.
• Generate accurate forecasts and production schedules using ERP/MRP systems and prepare performance reports for senior leadership.
• Communicate goals, KPIs, and strategic updates clearly to teams and stakeholders, using data‑driven insights for decision‑making.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Novanta Problem‑Solving processes to drive systemic improvements in planning and execution.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least seven years of manufacturing operations experience, including two years in a management role, preferably in a final‑assembly and test environment for an OEM. A bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field is required, and Lean Six Sigma or quality‑excellence certifications are preferred. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems, are essential.

• Preferred: Experience in automation or electrical power manufacturing and with Oracle ERP systems.
• Preferred: Familiarity with ISO standards, regulatory compliance, and Lean Six Sigma or CMQ/OE certifications.

Benefits

As an S&C Electric team member, you’ll work on projects that have real‑world impact, helping to transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. With more than a 100‑year history of innovation and 100 % employee ownership since 2012, S&C is a trusted leader in the electrical industry. The company’s products enable the grid to adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy, offering you the chance to make a meaningful difference both on and off the job.

The position follows a standard 8:00 am – 5:00 pm onsite schedule with flexibility. S&C provides a transparent and competitive compensation package, with an estimated annual base salary ranging from $128,080 to $169,176.60. Pay is determined by performance, skills, experience, and education, and the role is eligible for the company’s annual incentive plan.

S&C is committed to equal‑opportunity employment and fosters a diverse, inclusive workplace where employees can advance through robust talent‑development programs. The benefits package includes health and welfare plans, generous paid leave, a 401(k) with ESOP contributions exceeding 11 % of eligible earnings, and additional perks such as employee assistance, adoption support, and flexible spending accounts.

• Compensation includes a base salary of $128,080‑$169,176.60 plus eligibility for the annual incentive plan.
• Benefits encompass medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, HSA, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental and military leave, and a 401(k) with ESOP contributions.

Training + Development

Interview process

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