Job Description

Production & Operations focuses on designing, managing, and improving production processes and business operations, as well as manufacturing technologies and supply chains. The role involves working with modern systems such as SAP and dashboards, some of which are self-programmed. This is a cross-functional and international environment that offers performance-driven, diverse challenges and exciting projects.

You can look forward to these exciting tasks

• Lead and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Maintenance professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management for up to 7 direct reports
• Drive manufacturing performance through process optimization, equipment reliability improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support production operations by ensuring efficient manufacturing processes, maintenance strategies, and technical problem resolution
• Lead new product launches, capital projects, equipment installations, and production readiness activities
• Monitor and analyze KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, uptime, and maintenance performance, implementing corrective actions as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing standards, preventive maintenance programs, and operational excellence
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, safety standards, and audit expectations while supporting employee training and development

This is what you bring to us

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
• 5-7+ years of manufacturing and/or maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive
• Previous supervisory experience leading engineers, technicians, or maintenance personnel, with a demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, PLCs/HMIs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive operational and business results through cross-functional collaboration

What we offer you

• Competitive pay
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Paid wellness time and 14 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Applications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.

Your contact person:

Marisa Tavolacci, People & Organization Lexington, KY

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