Manufacturing Manager jobs in Columbia, SC

Manufacturing Manager plans, schedules, and manages one or more manufacturing production processes. Incorporates organization-wide operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control policies and programs into manufacturing processes. Being a Manufacturing Manager monitors production metrics, responds to and resolves problems. Assists with planning and directing an efficient layout of equipment and flow of materials. Additionally, Manufacturing Manager collaborates with leaders to manage and resolve workforce or labor issues and develop solutions. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Manufacturing Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Manufacturing Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Manager, Manufacturing
  • FN America LLC
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • Description

    FN America, LLC is a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality, reliable firearms for military, law enforcement and commercial customers worldwide. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia with manufacturing operations in Columbia, South Carolina, FN America is passionately committed to providing its customers with a portfolio of FN-branded products, training and support services that enhance user performance and safeguard their lives. For more information, visit us at or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.


    Position Summary

    The Manufacturing Manager will drive safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, department planning and continuous improvement in the assigned department. In this role, the Manufacturing Manager will develop, lead, and implement initiatives and strategies to achieve established business goals (Key Performance Indicators). While maintaining safety first and quality as a close second, this role will be a change agent, empowering, inspirational, and a can-do problem-solver.


    Job Duties

    • Partners with planning to ensure production requirements are met and shipments are completed on time. 
    • Controls the flow of materials and the utilization of labor to effectively resource production; ensures budget adherence.
    • Analyzes the value stream capital assets and employee resources to meet and optimize safety, quality, delivery, and production requirements for internal and external customers.
    • Utilizes lean techniques and guides the team in a continuous improvement mindset, value stream improvement, lead time reduction, and cost out by improving safety, quality, and production. 
    • Actively coaches direct reports in problem solving methodology and continuous improvement tools for sustainable processes.
    • Provides capital investment justification in alignment with the manufacturing roadmap.
    • Reviews material inventories, manages WIP and nonconformances to ensure all production requirements are met on time.
    • Controls allocation and use of value stream personnel to ensure fulfillment of production schedules in all departments at the lowest possible cost while maintaining quality and performance standards.
    • Leads value stream operations concurrent with business growth, introduction of new systems and products, meeting KPIs, customer changes, and production mix change.
    • Leads and assists in the coordination of effort between support departments within the organization.
    • Models and reinforces the Group values of Leading Together through Dedication and Trust. 
    • Other duties as assigned. 


    Educational Requirements

    A bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably mechanical) , operations, or manufacturing required. MBA preferred.


    Experience Requirements

    Seven years of experience in a manufacturing facility is required with five years of management experience in engineering and/or operations.


    Skills and Competencies

    All FN America employees are expected to demonstrate accountability, collaboration, communication, customer focus, and innovation. Additional skills required include:

    • Metal cutting, precision machining and/or assembly background
    • Customer-focused mindset
    • Demonstrated execution and hands on experience in implementation of Lean manufacturing principles.
    • Capability of using basic quality tools along with Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing techniques in the support of continuous improvement, root cause analysis and corrective/ preventative actions.
    • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
    • Strong problem-solving skills
    • Strong business, managerial, ethical, and technical skills
    • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
    • Ability to follow policies and procedures; demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness, and ability to meet productivity standards.
    • Reinforcement of safety and security procedures
    • Adaptability to changes in the work environment.


    Licenses/Certifications

    Lean and Six Sigma Green Belt certifications are preferred.


    Working Conditions

    Typical office environment with some travel between buildings and to other locations required. Must be able to frequently lift/move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move/lift to 25 pounds without assistance.  


    All FN America employees have a responsibility to participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace and to comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others. 


    Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.


    FN America, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email HR@FNAmerica.com or call: 803-736-0522. 


    We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.


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Manufacturing Manager (FT)
  • Prysmian Group
  • Lexington, SC FULL_TIME
  • Prysmian Group is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the Group manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power tra...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Manufacturing Engineering Manager
  • Isola Group
  • Ridgeway, SC FULL_TIME
  • Isola, an industry leader in global materials sciences whose mission is to improve life by enabling innovation in electronic products, is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Manager at our Ridgeway, SC...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Human Resources Manager / Manufacturing
  • Impact Solutions Inc
  • Orangeburg, SC FULL_TIME
  • Human Resources Manager Orangeburg, SC COMPANY PROFILE: Company is over 140 years old Orangeburg facility is one of 6 manufacturing sites for this company Services a variety of industries including El...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Cost Accounting Manager - Manufacturing
  • NorthPoint Search Group
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • Cost Accounting Manager - ManufacturingDuties include:Execute month-end close process for ERP inventory module and prepare month-end inventory entriesReview, report and provide commentary/analysis of ...
  • 17 Days Ago

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EHS Manager - Process Manufacturing
  • KP Recruiting Group
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • KP Recruiting Group is a consulting firm that provides leadership and exceptional talent to some of the world’s leading companies. Headquartered in the Midwest, KP Recruiting Group has successfully co...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Production Operator II
  • The Judge Group
  • Cayce, SC
  • spire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed fro...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Operator III
  • The Judge Group
  • Cayce, SC
  • Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed fr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Lead
  • The Judge Group
  • Cayce, SC
  • Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed fr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Hand - Assembler
  • Mattr
  • Blythewood, SC
  • We offer: Year-round Full time permanent work Paid overtime Medical and dental benefits Competitive wages Safety boot al...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electrical BIM Modeler
  • Envirosep
  • Columbia, SC
  • Job Description Job Description The BIM Modeler is responsible for providing modeling efforts for both project delivery ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Manager ll
  • ChemTreat
  • Columbia, SC
  • ChemTreat is immediately hiring an Account Manager II ChemTreat is a leading science and technology innovator committed ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Supervisor - Welding
  • Harsco Corporation
  • West Columbia, SC
  • Company Description Harsco is recognized for technical leadership and worldwide experience in virtually all major aspect...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PRODUCTION OPERATOR/ASSEMBLER
  • Spherion
  • Ridgeway, SC
  • Are you ready for your next career move? Our client seeks dedicated individuals to join their team as Assemblers at thei...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plain, across which rivers drop as falls or rapids. Columbia grew up at the fall line of the Congaree River, which is formed by the convergence of the Broad River and the Saluda River. The Congaree was the farthest inland point of river navigation. The energy of falling water also powered Columbia's early mills. The city has capitalized on this location which includes three rivers by christening itself "The Columbia Riverbanks Region". Columbia is lo...
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Income Estimation for Manufacturing Manager jobs
$108,734 to $145,229
Columbia, South Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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