Manufacturing Manager - Dover, NH

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Be part of a well-established manufacturing organization.

About Our Client

Our client is a global, well-established manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for product innovation and operational excellence. They are known for fostering a people-first culture, offering employees the tools and support to thrive while driving high-performance standards across their operations.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Manager will:

• Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations to achieve targets across safety, quality, delivery, and productivity
• Drive a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all regulations and proactively mitigating risk
• Manage, coach, and develop production teams, setting clear performance goals aligned with site objectives
• Oversee production scheduling and workforce planning to meet shifting operational demands
• Implement and champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyse data and performance metrics to identify inefficiencies and deliver process improvements
• Develop and execute strategic action plans to enhance operational performance and reduce costs
• Lead change management efforts, ensuring employee engagement and alignment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations and adherence to best practices
• Ensure policies, procedures, and standards are effectively communicated and consistently followed

Apply today for immediate consideration! 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 Applicant

The Manufacturing Manager should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline preferred
• Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role, with a strong background in managing teams in a production environment
• Demonstrated success implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience with ERP systems and standard business tools (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Exposure to automation, plastics, extrusion, or similar manufacturing processes is advantageous

What's on Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (HSA/HRA options available).
• Flexible Spending Accounts and award-winning wellness programs.
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and travel accident insurance.
• Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, paid parental leave, and 13 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and financial wellness programs
• Strong company commitment to safety, development, and employee well-being.

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Location: Dover

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant Name: Brittany Schumann

Job Reference: JN-072026-7062266