Manufacturing Manager jobs in Saint Paul, MN

Thompson Manufacturing, located in Cambridge, specializes in tool design/build and metal stamping and prioritizing the creation of top-notch products within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, and professionalism. At Thompson Manufacturing, we dedicate resources to our personnel, invest in equipment, and maintain our quality promise to customers. With a workforce that includes 20 year employees, we embody a 'get-it-done' mindset that propels our growth and serves as the cornerstone of our exceptional product quality and achievements.

Due to growth, we are seeking a Plant Manager for a newly created position. The Plant Manager we seek will lead the plant operations of our metal fabrication facility with a focus on Production Management, Quality Assurance, Team Leadership and Accountability, and Strategic Planning/Implementation. In this position, success is defined by team scorecards, metrics, active listening, inspiration, and fostering innovation. Position Responsibilities include:

-Oversee production, shipping, tool room, quality and maintenance to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality product delivery while adhering to schedules and prioritizing employee safety and high standards

-Implement industry best practices for enhanced efficiency and timely project completion

-Implement and enforce quality control measures, aiming to meet or surpass industry standards, while overseeing a Quality Management System to track and improve product quality and production processes based on defects per unit data.

- Foster effective communication and collaboration between departments, providing regular updates on performance metrics

- In collaboration with direct reports, define team lead metrics, and manage to those metrics

- Contribute to goal setting and achievement by participating in weekly leadership team meetings, and quarterly and annual strategic planning meetings

- Embrace a leadership approach focused on fostering personal and professional development, cultivating a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

- Design and implement training programs to enhance skills, and facilitate regular feedback sessions

-Champion a culture of continuous improvement, staying informed about industry trends and leading the prioritization of projects to ensure a competitive advantage and meet return on investment standards.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of 7 years in manufacturing and operations leadership roles, and a Bachelor's Degree (preferred). Excellent candidates will have experience and have contributed to leading a growing organization in a role with a focus on driving culture, accountability, and goal setting. Hands-on experience leading and strategizing in the functional areas of the role, required.

Thompson Manufacturing offers a professionally managed family-focused environment where everyone’s ideas, innovative thinking, problem-solving, and positive work culture are attributes our employees experience and value. This role offers an experienced professional an opportunity to expand on a solid foundation and participate in the growth of a reputable and growing organization. We offer competitive compensation, full benefits, a 4.5-day work week, and an employee-centric culture that includes BBQs and corn hole competitions.

To Apply: Please forward your resume to Red Seat, a retained recruiting company leading the hiring process. For more information, call Red Seat directly at (651)-317-9211. We will confirm receipt of your resume within two business days.

Thompson Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, MN 55008: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person