Manufacturing Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, maintenance, facilities, or in combination
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, machinery, and industrial facility systems
• Applied knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPS, or other continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing environment
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or automated equipment.
• Experience leading capital equipment and facility improvement projects
• Demonstrated experience with p-cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong project, time management, oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to effectively collaborate with peers and associates
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, equipment documentation, and technical specifications

• Industrial Engineering degree
• Experience with predictive maintenance technologies.
• Experience with PLCs, automation, robotics, or industrial controls.
• Experience managing contractors and outside service providers.

• Adheres to Powell’s core values (Customer First, Can-Do Attitude, Respect for Employees, and Commitment to Improve)
• Ability to effectively manage stressful situations and respond professionally under all circumstances.
• Sees the world through the eyes of customers, understands their needs, exceeds their expectations, and establishes and sustains long-term relationships
• Engages people effectively across the organization and mobilizes them to act with energy and drive. Persists and achieves objectives despite obstacles and opposition
• Takes a long-term view and acts as a catalyst for necessary / proactive organizational change.
• Recognizes & effectively balances the interests / needs of group with those of the broader organization.
• Prioritizes activities, establishes appropriate courses of action, and monitor progress
• Exercises good judgment with the use of data in order to make sound, well-informed decisions
• Encourage and provides opportunities for learning and development. Broadens employees’ capabilities through special and cross functional assignments

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• Communicates complex/technical information in a simple, understandable manner that fosters alignment
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
• Fosters collaboration among and across teams. Helps everyone operate as “one team”
• Holds self and others accountable for individual and collective results
• Changes priorities to meet changing demands; adjusts quickly to new responsibilities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Utilizes data to perform analysis to highlight trends, issues and solutions for continuous improvement.