Manufacturing Manager
The Manufacturing Manager at Confidential Client leads operational excellence and strategic projects within manufacturing plants, focusing on process, converting & packaging, and control systems engineering. This role involves driving innovation, managing capital projects, and building team capabilities to ensure high-quality production of globally recognized consumer goods. The position offers significant ownership from day one, with opportunities to lead impactful projects and foster continuous improvement in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.
About Careertakes
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead process engineering, converting/packaging engineering, and control systems engineering at a U.S. manufacturing site. This full-time, entry-level to early-career role (0–5 years) offers hands-on ownership of capital projects, automation, and operational improvements.
What You’ll Do
- Lead process engineering efforts to identify and eliminate losses, improve OEE, and raise product quality using data-driven analysis.
- Design and optimize converting and packaging systems, including web-processing, equipment improvements, and mechatronics-based solutions.
- Develop and implement control systems and automation solutions (PLCs, robotics, industrial networks, HMI), and support site electrical/facilities upgrades.
- Manage manufacturing capital projects (typically $2M+): scope, schedule, budget, risk and cross-functional deliverables from concept through handoff.
- Drive HS&E and quality standards, coach and build team capabilities, and champion digital adoption and robotics/automation at the site.
- Use analytics and continuous improvement methods to prioritize and deliver measurable operational gains.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Industrial & Systems, Manufacturing, Operations Management).
- 0–5 years relevant experience (internships, co-ops, academic projects and research count).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to find root causes and develop technical, data-driven solutions.
- Demonstrated project mindset: able to manage timelines, budgets, and stakeholders to drive results.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to lead and collaborate with operators, technical teams, and senior leaders.
- Able to travel 10–25% as required by the role.
- Willingness to consider relocation during career development; relocation support may be available to qualified candidates.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with data visualization/analysis tools (Power BI, Tableau, SQL).
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with PLCs, drives, HMIs, industrial network architectures, and facility electrical systems.
- Prior exposure to process engineering, converting/packaging systems, and control systems engineering.
- Project management experience and familiarity with capital project delivery.
What We Offer
- Significant ownership on impactful projects from Day 1.
- Formal training, ongoing mentorship and leadership development.
- A collaborative, dynamic environment working with advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Competitive total rewards and benefits package (salary + bonus where applicable + benefits). Specific offerings may vary by location.
Location, Compensation & Additional Info
- Location: Hansen Road, WI (onsite).
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Starting pay / salary range (posted): $85,000 - $122,200 per year.
- Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Confidential Client participates in E-Verify.
- Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodations in the application process for applicants with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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