MANUFACTURING MANAGER

Lead, plan, direct, and coordinate the manufacturing operations of GED to ensure quality products are delivered to GED's internal as well as external customers, by established deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of CNC Machining, Welding/Fabrication, and Sheet Metal to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met.

Lead CNC programming efforts using GIBSCAM, Fusion 360, or equivalent software; ensure programs are optimized for efficiency and repeatability.

Responsible for the management and operating results of a manufacturing plant.

Monitor and approve direct labor time clocks.

Schedule and plan Shop Orders.

Plan resource capacity and inventory control.

Develop and continuously improve process routings, work instructions, and standard operating procedures for all manufacturing operations.

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure smooth transitions from design to production and timely delivery of customer orders.

Establish, implement, and continuously improve departmental policies, goals, objectives or procedures in conjunction with all business segments of GED. Executes through subordinate leads.

Identify and implement process improvements using lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Manage department personnel including recruitment, training, coaching, performance management, and corrective actions as needed.

Build bench strength by identifying skill gaps, developing internal talent, and creating career development plans to grow team capabilities.

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety throughout the manufacturing department.

All other duties assigned. Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering preferred - or equivalent experience in a manufacturing leadership role.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Desired Characteristics/Abilities

Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of CNC machining, welding, and fabrication processes; familiarity with GD&T, blueprint reading, and mechanical systems.

Leadership: Proven ability to develop teams, manage performance, and create a high-trust, high-output work environment.

Process-Oriented: Experience with process development, tooling, fixturing, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.

Hands-On Mentality: Comfortable engaging directly with machines, tools, and teams to support troubleshooting, training, and process validation.

Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to use data and metrics to improve performance and inform decision-making.

Communication: Clear and confident communicator across all levels of the organization, from shop floor to leadership.

Customer-Focused: Understands how internal processes impact product quality and customer satisfaction; committed to excellence at every step.

Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.

Independence - Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

License or Certification

Lean, Six Sigma, Lean Sigma certifications or equivalent preferred.

Experience

Minimum of 15 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

Proficient with CNC programming (G-Code, GIBBSAM, Fusion 360, or equivalent) and strong understanding of fixture and tooling design.

Experience utilizing ERP and production scheduling tools. (IFS a plus).

Experienced in managing inventory.

Experience in CNC/Sheet Metal Fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.

Experience reading and interpreting schematics. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

• Able and willing to work overtime with little to no forewarning.

Direct reports

Approximately 25 employees in GED Manufacturing operations departments.

Machining

Welding

Saw

Paint

Manufacturing inventory Control