Manufacturing Manager

Manufacturing Manager

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric's innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations.

Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential 'Linc' that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries.

Location:

Guadalupe

We are seeking a results-driven Manufacturing Manager to lead and optimize production operations across multiple manufacturing lines, including Copper, Aluminum, and Bends. This role is critical in driving operational excellence, ensuring on-time delivery, and building high-performing teams in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment. You will play a key role in aligning production strategy with business objectives, improving processes, and ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are consistently achieved.

• Operations Leadership:
  Lead and oversee daily operations across manufacturing areas (Copper, Aluminum, and Bends), ensuring production targets and KPIs are met. Direct and mentor Area Managers, fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Drive execution aligned with Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People objectives.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement:
  Conduct daily performance reviews covering:
  Safety – workplace organization and compliance Quality – internal/external issues and corrective actions Delivery – milestone adherence and schedule performance People – attendance, workforce allocation Cost – labor efficiency and job hours management. Analyze production performance and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Champion Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Production Planning & Project Execution:
  Own manufacturing schedules and ensure alignment with master production plans. Monitor project progress, identify critical path risks, and drive resolution of bottlenecks. Partner with Supply Chain to ensure timely delivery of materials and components. Oversee capacity planning, workload distribution, and labor optimization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Collaborate closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and other departments to ensure seamless product execution. Participate in production and project review meetings, driving alignment and decision-making. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on operational performance and risks.
• Financial & Resource Management:
  Manage budgets and monitor project costs, including weekly tracking of remaining hours. Approve purchase requisitions and manufacturing-related expenses. Ensure effective utilization of equipment, facilities, and human resources.
• People Leadership & Development:
  Lead all people-related processes including hiring, performance management, development, and engagement. Identify training needs and build technical capabilities within the team. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and collaboration.
• Safety, Compliance & Environment:
  Ensure full compliance with EHS standards and promote a strong safety culture. Take immediate action to stop unsafe operations or environmental risks. Maintain proper material storage and organization of work-in-progress (WIP).
• Authority:
  Manage the manufacturing of the company's products. Direct all activities and tasks related to product manufacturing. Manage all resources (human and equipment) necessary for the success of the manufacturing area. Stop operations and processes that pose a danger to personnel safety and/or the environment.

Qualifications &

Experience:

Minimum 15 years of experience in manufacturing…