Senior Manager - Manufacturing Assembly & Operations

As the Senior Manager – Manufacturing Assembly and Operations, you will lead operations for a complex value-added manufacturing environment supporting electrical assemblies, wire harnesses, PLC control panels, motor starter panels, and other custom engineered solutions. You will be responsible for managing production and technical teams involved in design support, assembly, testing, and modification of electrical and automation solutions for internal business units and external customers.

You will drive operational excellence in safety, quality, delivery, and cost while supporting engineering collaboration, customer requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead all value-added manufacturing operations including electrical panel assembly, PLC control panels, wire harness production, custom assemblies, testing, and modification services.

Manage supervisors, team leads, engineers, technicians, and assemblers supporting production and technical operations.

Plan production schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to meet customer demand and operational targets.

Partner with Engineering to support design, development, testing, and introduction of new products into production.

Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting for complex electrical assemblies, automation components, and control systems while ensuring compliance with applicable standards (UL, CSA, etc.).

Collaborate with Sales and customer teams to develop and deliver value-added manufacturing solutions that support business growth and customer satisfaction.

Establish and monitor operational goals, KPIs, and performance metrics related to safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

Drive operational efficiency through Lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and capacity planning to align production capabilities with business demand.

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality management systems while maintaining an audit-ready facility.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree - Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field required;
Masters Degree preferred

8 years of experience in manufacturing, production, engineering, or operations leadership

5 years of experience managing supervisors, technical teams, or complex production operations

Demonstrated experience working with electrical assemblies, control panels, wire harnesses, PLC systems, or similar engineered electrical manufacturing environments

Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, control panels, automation components, and manufacturing processes

Familiarity with electrical and regulatory standards such as ESA, UL, CSA, and applicable industry codes

Experience working in high‑mix, custom manufacturing environments supporting engineered solutions

Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze complex operational and technical challenges

Experience implementing Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

Knowledge of Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, Teams, and Power Point

Strong communication and leadership skills

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced operational environment

Experience managing operational budgets, performance metrics, and production

Experience leading manufacturing teams responsible for electrical panel builds, automation systems, or engineered electrical assemblies preferred

Knowledge of PLC systems, panel layouts, wiring schematics, and testing processes preferred

Ability to travel 0% - 25%

Working Environment
Warehouse – Work is generally performed in a warehouse environment. The noise level is moderately quiet. Generally well ventilated and well lighted. Warehouse employees may be exposed to all kinds of weather and may be required to wear protective clothing. Operates heavy equipment. Strict safety regulations may be required.

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