Manufacturing Manager; 2nd Shift

Hyosung HICO is at the forefront of energy transformation from our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility in Memphis, TN. We invest in cutting‑edge technology and empower a diverse, talented team to produce high‑quality transformers.

Manufacturing Manager – you will manage and direct the manufacturing and warehouse staff for the entire production lifecycle, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals aligned with customer commitments.

• Free medical insurance – company pays 100% medical insurance for employee and family, effective first day of month after hire.
• Free life insurance – basic life insurance equals one annual salary, plus optional $20,000 additional coverage for dependents.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays per year.
• Bonuses – production, annual, and quarterly bonus eligibility (not guaranteed, based on company and individual performance).

• Manage all activities of the manufacturing team, focusing on employee relations, safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Lead with positive performance, address issues, conduct employee evaluations, and develop training & support.
• Ensure compliance with Company Safety Management System, OSHA standards, and perform accident investigations with program improvements.
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet schedule, efficiency, and quality goals.
• Oversee warehouse team to ensure inventory control, material movement, and clean standards.
• Establish Lean culture – mentor teams in Lean tools (Standard Work, Kaizen, 6S, Pull Systems, DOE) to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure production crews receive consistent training and cross‑training aligned with business needs.
• Maintain accurate warehouse records supporting production requirements.
• Follow SOPs for Quality Control, 6S, Tool Control, Production Control, TPM, and Environmental Management.
• Prepare, manage, and report results – budgets, staffing plans, capital budgets.
• Represent the Company positively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain supplies for production (tools, solvents, cleaners, safety supplies).
• Support new projects and design development to improve manufacturability.
• Lead improvement projects on process control, equipment, capacity, and productivity.
• Develop equipment specifications, support procurement, installation, commission.
• Document processes and maintain work instructions.
• Manage customer order review process for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with other departments on technical solutions to manufacturing problems.
• Coordinate with Design Engineering on cost reduction and design‑for‑manufacturing.
• Lead plant safety initiatives.
• Follow Hyosung HICO policies, procedures, safety, quality, and environmental guidelines.

• Assist Operations Manager as needed.
• Coaching & training cross‑functional teams in data collection, problem‑solving, and operational objectives.
• Initiate and manage special projects focusing on quality, productivity, and safety.
• Recommend improvements to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain process procedures.
• Conduct new employee orientations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field; at least 8 years of management experience, including 5 years in a Lean manufacturing environment, or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes for custom, engineered‑to‑order products; experience with Lean or Six Sigma tools.
• Understanding of MRP/ERP planning systems.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills – managing diverse teams, coaching, and positive employee relations.
• Advanced computer proficiency – MS Office.

• Travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and internal/external customers.
• Conduct business in a multicultural environment.
• Multi‑task and prioritize competing projects.
• Communicate effectively to complete work.
• Use required PPE (hard hat, safety toe shoes, glasses, gloves).

Hyosung HICO, Ltd., is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Manufacturing