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Manufacturing Manager - Automotive - Springfield, MA

Michael Page International

Springfield, Massachusetts

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$150,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Automotive Management, Automotive Manufacturing, Best Practices, Budget Management, Capacity Utilization, Capital Budgeting, Capital Equipment, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Capital Project, Coaching, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Data Analysis, Engineering Management, Environmental Regulations, Equipment Specification, Facilities Planning, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Investment Capital, Kanban, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, MPI, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Operational Improvement, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Procurement Specifications, Production Support, Production Systems, Productivity Management, Profit & Loss, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Resource Management, Resource Utilization, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED), Staff Development, State Laws and Regulations, Succession Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Workforce Planning
LOCATION
Springfield, Massachusetts
POSTED
1 day ago
Manufacturing Engineering LeaderMy client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for quality, operational excellence, and innovation. The business serves a diverse customer base and continues to invest in its people, technology, and production capabilities to support long-term growth. The company fosters a collaborative and team-oriented culture where employee development, safety, and continuous improvement are key priorities. Leaders are empowered to drive change, influence decisions, and implement initiatives that improve performance across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable business that values technical expertise, encourages professional growth, and offers the chance to lead meaningful operational and engineering improvements with visible impact.Job DescriptionReporting into the Director of Operations, you will be responsible for the following:Lead, develop, and manage the manufacturing engineering function to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations using Lean methodologies and best practices.Manage engineering resources, budgets, capital expenditure projects, and tooling initiatives.Develop and execute long-term manufacturing improvement and facility investment plans.Oversee equipment specification, procurement, installation, qualification, and commissioning activities.Analyze production processes, workflows, capacity, and resource utilization to improve operational performance.Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, procurement, and leadership teams to resolve operational challenges.Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality.Lead workforce planning, training, succession planning, and employee development programs.Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality systems, environmental requirements, and company policies.Support risk reduction activities and implement process improvements that minimize operational risks.Drive cost reduction programs and identify opportunities to improve throughput, material flow, and overall manufacturing efficiency.Lead and mentor cross-functional teams while promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantThe successful candidate will be an experienced engineering leader with a strong background in manufacturing environments and a proven track record of delivering operational improvements. Key requirements include:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.Approximately 10+ years of manufacturing engineering and leadership experience.Demonstrated success managing teams within a production environment.Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, including Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, and 5S.Experience leading capital equipment and process improvement projects.Knowledge of manufacturing processes, productivity improvement, cost reduction, and operational excellence methodologies.Familiarity with ISO quality systems and continuous improvement frameworks.Strong project management and organizational skills.Ability to analyze manufacturing data and translate insights into actionable improvements.Experience with workforce planning, budgeting, and resource management.Excellent communication, presentation, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.Results-oriented leadership style with the ability to influence teams and drive change.Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.What's on OfferSenior leadership opportunity with significant influence over manufacturing operations and engineering strategy.Ownership of major capital investment and continuous improvement initiatives.Ability to shape and develop a high-performing engineering team.Exposure to cross-functional leadership and executive stakeholder engagement.Stable and growing manufacturing organization with a strong commitment to operational excellence.Opportunity to directly impact productivity, quality, safety, and profitability.Professional development and career progression opportunities.Collaborative culture that values innovation, accountability, and employee growth.Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package.Chance to lead transformational projects in a technically advanced manufacturing environment.Job summary:SectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProduction, ManufacturingIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereSpringfieldContract TypePermanentConsultant nameRyan HurdJob ReferenceJN-072026-7062514

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/

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