Manufacturing Manager

Position Description At a Glance Legrand  has an exciting opportunity for a Production Manager/Manufacturing Manager to join the Data Center Power & Control Division in  Farmingdale, NY. This role is responsible for managing all operational aspects and outcomes for the assigned work center including safety, quality, delivery, continual improvement, maintenance, and team development. What Will You Do? Plan and execute work orders in a timely manner Establish and monitor overall work center performance related to safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency. Prioritize and organize short and long-term goals and activities by business objectives. Consistently monitor team performance to ensure duties are promptly and efficiently carried out by nurturing employee engagement and ensuring high motivation. Plan, lead and manage staffing, equipment, and material resources, including labor overtime and expenses. Champion lean manufacturing principles through daily coaching using lean tools and methodologies to drive continuous improvement relative to business objectives. Ensure proper reporting of data necessary to track the performance of operations against budget. Guide and mentor production supervisors to accomplish operational goals and objectives. Provide leadership, training, and development for direct reports. Administer all policies in a firm, fair, and consistent manner. Ensure effective communication both within the assigned team and between work centers throughout the business. Coordinate work center activities through planning with management staff to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Skills Education:  Bachelors degree in engineering, manufacturing operations or in related field is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Experience: 7+ years of relevant manufacturing or related experience is required. 3+ years of supervisory experience is required. Sheet metal fabrication experience is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have a thorough knowledge of all manufacturing methods, processes, and equipment. A background in process improvement programs and quality initiatives is required. Must be familiar with product construction and application. Must have complete knowledge of production scheduling and shop operations. Strong leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to supervise and manage others, are required. Demonstrated ability to think at both a strategic and tactical level and must have solid business insight and understanding of various functional areas. Requires excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills. Must be meticulous and able to effectively handle multiple priorities. Must be able to manage effectively in a matrix organization, influence, and negotiate across boundaries. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and conflict-resolution skills are required. Must have the ability to communicate persuasively and effectively and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment to foster open communication and support an environment of innovation and creative change. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Company Info About Legrand Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit About Legrand North and Central America Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers' needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us About Legrand's Data Center Power and Control Division The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand's Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.  Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-QH1

Created: 2024-10-23