Production Manager
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Manager
At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
This Position reports to:
Manufacturing Unit Manager West
Onsite #LI-Onsite
Your role and responsibilitiesIn this role, you will lead the Westville Motor Plant operations in accordance with company policies, guidelines and procedures. Be a champion of continuous improvement and well versed in the principles of Lean Flex Flow while continuing to foster an environment in which Safety of employees is the top priority and have the opportunity to ensure efficient and cost-effective production results.
Each day, you will be responsible to meet order demand, specifications, quality, and planning targets through the coordination and management of plant equipment, personnel, and production processes (quantity, quality, budgeted costs, and proper productivity level). You will also showcase your expertise by developing programs, projects, goals, and metrics to lead the organization to the highest level of operational performance while optimizing working capital throughout Operations.
Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
You will be mainly accountable for:- Ensure Safety and Compliance - Foster a culture where employee safety is the top priority while maintaining timely product delivery. Create and sustain a clean, safe, world-class working environment in collaboration with all facility disciplines.
- Drive Production and Quality Goals - Oversee plant production targets, quality standards, and shift schedules. Select, train, and develop supervisors to achieve operational excellence.
- Promote Employee Engagement and Workplace Culture - Build a high-morale, union-free environment by listening, communicating, and involving employees in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead Planning and Budgeting - Play a key role in developing plant budgets, forecasts, and annual plans to support strategic objectives.
Bachelor's Degree with minimum 8 years experience OR Associate's Degree with minimum 10 years experience including 6 or more years in engineering, operations, or related manufacturing field.
- Proficiency with: Microsoft Office - MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint - SAP & Workday (preferred)
- Preferred Experience Includes: Lean Six Sigma and/or PMP (Certifications). Flex-Flow, 5S & 6S, Industry 4.0 IoT.
- Travel required:
10% (Max) - Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
ABB's NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.
What'sin it for you
We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimediative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
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