Manufacturing Manager

Schneider Electric’s Seneca, SC plant has an outstanding opportunity for a passionate individual to assume the role of Manufacturing Manager. You will be primarily accountable for overseeing the implementation of safety programs, manufacturing schedules, personnel, quality control, and production standards.

• Plan, manage, lead, and engage in daily production operations to achieve key performance indicators (safety, on‑time delivery, quality, and productivity)
• Promote and implement ergonomic principles, environmental responsibility, and overall employee health and wellness
• Provide world‑class service to internal and external customers
• Reports to Plant Manager and directly leads a team of front‑line supervisors with indirect scope of hourly workforce
• Lead efforts to attain internal certification goals, ISO requirements, and total customer satisfaction
• Coach, mentor and develop all direct reports
• Ensure compliance with all quality systems to achieve the required quality levels
• Manage performance of assigned resources (material, methods, labor, machines)
• Participate in the development of the Master Production Schedule
• Champion Lean Manufacturing Initiatives (Schneider Performance System) to drive continuous improvement throughout the plant
• Be responsible for people management including goal setting, performance management, competency development, recognition, engagement, and well‑being
• Define training goals according to competencies and targets
• Lead change management in accordance with business and plant objectives
• Promote collaboration, diversity and inclusion within the plant and the organization
• Lead and coordinate the implementation of programs which support manufacturing strategies and goals

Plant Manager

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in management and leadership in a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience with P&L responsibility
• Solid understanding of OSHA guidelines and leading a strong safety culture
• Experience in the application of Lean Manufacturing methodologies; certification is a plus
• Excellent PC/Tablet and system knowledge, including the ability to analyze data within an MRP system, cloud‑based platforms (Tableau/AVEVA) and make effective assumptions to drive business results
• Ability to drive Employee Engagement through leadership, communication, and building respect at all levels of the organization
• Strong skills: organizational, analytical, results driven, communication at all levels, and ability to drive continuous improvement
• Flexible and available to work on off shifts
• ISO experience is a plus

• Robust benefits package including flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k) with match, and more
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, and well‑being programs
• 12 holidays per year and 15 days of paid time off per year
• Competitive pay and short‑term incentives within the USD 117,600 – USD 176,400 annual range for U.S. candidates
• Development opportunities through learning platforms such as Coursera, performance discussions, and global opportunities
• Volunteer leave and support for community initiatives

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.