Manufacturing Area Manager

What you will do

We’re hiring an Area Manufacturing Manager to lead a production department within our plant operations. This role reports to the Plant Manager and is based on-site in a manufacturing facility. It’s a high-impact leadership position responsible for driving production performance, team effectiveness, and operational excellence across the assigned area.

This role sits at the core of plant execution—ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met while building a strong, engaged team. The Area Manager plays a critical role in aligning daily operations with broader plant and business goals, helping drive continuous improvement and sustainable performance.

• Lead and develop Manufacturing Supervisors to consistently meet production, quality, and cost targets
• Drive employee engagement and maintain strong labor relations, including in union environments
• Ensure efficient use of equipment, labor, and materials to maximize productivity and throughput
• Own and deliver against department KPIs (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Engagement)
• Partner cross‑functionally (Supply Chain, Maintenance, Quality) to ensure smooth operations and meet customer demand
• Identify and implement process and equipment improvements, including supporting new installations and TPM initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams (Supervisor level or above)
• Strong operational leadership skills (production, safety, quality, cost management)

• Experience in a unionized environment
• Lead‑acid battery or similar heavy manufacturing experience
• Exposure to Continuous Improvement / Lean / TPM methodologies

Fort Wayne - Distribution Center

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short‑ and long‑term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full‑service cafeteria and workout facility
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law.

As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Speci . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate.

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