Job Description
Manufacturing Services Manager Location Lutz, Florida, United States Date posted May 08, 2026 Job ID 22043 Our Opening and Your Responsibilities The Manufacturing Services Manager leads the Repair, MD Head Assembly, Test Samples, and Facilities teams, driving strategic alignment with organizational goals. This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive strategies and roadmaps that promote operational excellence and continuous improvement. Key focuses include optimizing daily operations, spearheading growth initiatives through automation and digitalization, and applying lean and agile methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. The Manufacturing Services Manager also fosters a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration to support the overall success of the manufacturing services function. What you will do: Adhere to the company's Code of Conduct, alongside core values, ensuring ethical behavior and compliance across all operations. Develop strategic initiatives and detailed roadmaps aligned with plant business objectives to drive growth and operational success. Lead operational excellence by focusing on Safety, Delivery, Quality, and Cost in daily execution. Manage and support continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing ease of doing business for both internal and external customers through digitalization, automation, and process improvement. Apply lean and agile principles to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs. Foster team engagement by recognizing achievements and celebrating departmental successes. Oversee the area’s level-up program to identify and cultivate opportunities for skill enhancement among team members, strengthening local plant support. Mentor and develop supervisors and managers to effectively manage departmental operations. Ensure alignment of overall service strategies across all teams to maintain consistency and effectiveness. Integrate the company’s Green Initiative into planning, procurement, and disposal activities to promote environmental sustainability. Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments, Marketing Organizations (MOs), and Strategic Business Units (SBUs) to meet and exceed departmental goals. Prepare and present business cases for capital expenditure aimed at operational enhancements. Partner with production teams to implement preventative maintenance plans for all equipment, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. Guarantee rapid response to quality concerns and efficient management of Quality Notifications (QNs). Supervise customer return inventory levels and implement strategies to reduce incoming inspections. Control workflow to meet production targets while minimizing costs. Enforce strict adherence to shop safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment. Establish and monitor departmental budgets to ensure financial discipline. Achieve on-time delivery (OTD), lead time, warranty performance, failure analysis, and quality objectives. Develop comprehensive reports and performance metrics to track and improve team outcomes. What You Need to Succeed Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar field 7 years managerial experience in a manufacturing/repair environment Master’s degree in business administration is a plus Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment Proven managerial experience in a fast-paced, dynamic setting Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.) Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems Strong leadership and people development skills, including mentoring and coaching Ability to motivate employees and foster teamwork Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact tactfully with personnel at all levels Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams to overcome complex challenges Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies Knowledge of quality management systems and compliance standards Budget management and cost control experience Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making Project management experience with ability to drive initiatives to completion Excellent organizational and time management skills Adaptability to changing priorities and working effectively under pressure Commitment to safety and enforcing safety protocols Customer-focused mindset and dedication to delivering high-quality results This positio