Assistant Manufacturing Manager; Clean Side

job category: operations/production

requisition number: assis
001691

• posted : october 21, 2026
• full-time
• on-site

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memphis, tn 38109, usa

at hyosung hico we’re transforming the future of energy from our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in memphis, tn. By investing in cutting-edge technology and empowering our diverse and talented team, we ensure that every transformer we produce meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

hyosung hico is seeking to fill an assistant manufacturing manager position. The ideal candidate will be accountable for overall performance of the assigned manufacturing area by directing people, resources, and production activities to achieve safety, quality, productivity, cost, delivery, customer commitment, and operational excellence targets

our benefits – best benefits in the industry!

• free medical insurance option – a company paid 100% medical insurance option for you and your family, effective on the first day of the month after hire date
• free life insurance – employer paid basic life insurance – 1x annual salary plus an additional $20,000 coverage: optional buy for dependent coverage
• paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays per year
• tuition assistance
• bonuses –
  monthly attendance (production and some other hourly roles), annual, and quarterly bonus eligibility (bonuses are not guaranteed and are based on several factors such as company and individual performance)

the essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

• manage all activities of the manufacturing team, with emphasis on maintaining positive employee relations while focusing on safety, quality, productivity, delivery, continuous improvement, and employee development.
• lead manufacturing team with an emphasis on positive performance in meeting customer commitments while initiating steps to correct performance issues. Perform scheduled employee performance evaluations and develop personnel skills via training and support.
• ensure that all company safety management system (csms) policies are followed and manufacturing personnel operate in accordance with osha standards. Ensure proper accident investigations are conducted for incidents involving department personnel and implement safety program improvements as needed.
• manage and coordinate the daily activities of manufacturing staff to ensure production, efficiency, and quality goals meet the production schedule. Supervise in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• serve as a key leader in establishing the hyosung hico lean culture; lead, mentor, and empower manufacturing personnel and teams to seek out solutions to business issues utilizing lean and other tools (such as standard work, kaizen, 6s, pull systems, set up reduction, and doe). Maximize efficiency of employees and materials.
• ensure that production employees receive effective and consistent training, including adequate cross training aligned with business needs. Ensure production employees are trained and qualified to support production schedule and employee development plan.
• ensure the quality control, 6s, tool control, production control, tpm, quality program and environmental management system procedures are being followed.
• prepare, manage and report results as required (such as department budgets, staffing plans, and capital budgets).
• further the goals and positive, professional image of the company by conducting business with other hyosung or hico america divisions, visitors, and callers in a timely and cooperative manner.
• maintain supply of all shop materials relating to production (i.e. Tools, solvents, cleaners, safety supplies, etc.)
• develop and implement…