Manufacturing Manager - Machinery

Filamatic, a division of National Instrument, LLC, is a leading manufacturer of industrial packaging machinery for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, biotech, and chemical specialty industries located in Baltimore, Maryland.
Our success over the last 65 years is attributed to exceeding our customers’ expectations by providing products and services which offer a superior value proposition, striving to create a great working environment for our employees and driving continuous process improvement initiatives.
Position Summary The Operations Manager is responsible for managing and controlling all aspects of Filamatic’s production, manufacturing, and supply chain functions.
The ideal person possesses exceptional leadership skills and expertise to coach, mentor, and guide the subordinate staff in attainment of goals and objectives.
The role may require the individual to operate in tactical capacities and model behaviors at times for purpose of translating strategy and to drive change.
Essential Functions Control/manage the Manufacturing, Production (Assembly and Test), Supply Chain (Purchasing, Planning and Inventory Control), and Logistics (Receiving, and Shipping) teams.
Oversee scheduling and capacity planning to ensure the business has the requisite resources to satisfy internal orders and demand from customers.
Monitor inventory through subordinate staff for all items (purchased, manufactured, and produced) to ensure stocking levels satisfy fulfillment needs.
Ensure quality products and services are procured, manufactured, produced and ultimately delivered to Filamatic’s customers.
Drive rigor and use of Information Systems that make use of material requirements planning (MRP) and production requirements planning (PRP) sessions.
Assess and monitor work orders for accurate routing information and take corrective actions to remedy gaps and errors.
Generate summary reports related to inventory and labor usage and take corrective actions to remedy gaps and errors.
Ensure that all revenue streams (spare parts through large machines) are effectively managed to guarantee timely shipments that are within budget and meet customer expectations.
Monitor and drive improvements of labor utilization and efficiency when applicable.
Manage initiatives that reduce costs and inventory footprint, increase inventory turns, and ultimately increase margins.
Manage initiatives that reduce process lead times and as to increase review.
Filamatic provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field of study.
APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP).
Managed resources in a discrete manufacturer with an inventory of $2M or greater.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities At least 5 years’ experience in a leadership position for a manufacturer of complex electro-mechanical equipment.
Demonstrated experience and success working for a mixed-mode manufacturer (engineer to order, make to order, make to stock, etc.
).
Strong Leadership experience and operational skills including exceptional oral and written communication skills (interpersonal skills).
Experience managing people, processes, and products as noted in the Position Summary and Essential Functions sections above.
Strong Supply Chain Management expertise.
Knowledge of capacity planning routines and variables that control same.
Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) and SOP (Sales and Operations Planning) Demonstrated experience with global sourcing, tariffs, customs routines, and uniform commercial codes.
Demonstrated knowledge of finite capacity planning.
Working knowledge of project management principles, PMBOK, etc.
Working knowledge of machine shop practices and machine assembly.
Proficient using Microsoft Office applications (namely Excel and Outlook).
Analytical thinker with demonstrated knowledge of contemporary continuous improvement frameworks (lean and six-sigma) Team player with the ability to motivate others and effectively manage personalities.
Sound understanding of cost accounting principles, overheads, etc.
Travel Requirement: 5% Physical Requirements Job requires being stationary, working with hands, reaching, and moving up to 10 lbs.
at least 75% of the time; moving up to 25 lbs.
up to 25% of the time.
Requires moving between buildings Job requires use of phone, computers, printers, plotter, measuring equipment, and basic office equipment / peripherals.
Environmental Conditions Moderate noise level.
Eye protection required in production environments.
Industrial equipment present and often operational.
Core Values: The culture at Filamatic is built on our shared core values - ethical, team-oriented, continuous improvement, trust, golden rule standard (we treat others as we want to be treated ourselves), excellence (we strive for excellence individually and expect the same from our colleagues and support our employees to improve their skills and talents), customer centric and a healthy and safe work environment.
Why Work for Filamatic: Highly engaged workforce committed to solving customer problems.
A company that values their employees.
A company that promotes a culture of support, open communication, and teamwork.
Experienced handling and metering most liquids used in the diagnostic, biotech, and cosmetic industries.
A respected and well recognized name for manufacturing durable machinery that is made in the U.
S.
A.
Leadership that is committed to the development of the employees.
Leadership that is passionate about continuous improvement and growth.
Employees that possess expert knowledge in their fields.
A company that believes strongly in supporting the community through local charities.
Benefits Health, Dental, & Vision Life Insurance 401K retirement plan 10 paid holidays per year Tuition reimbursement Coaching and mentorship Health Savings Account Employee Assistance Program If you are interested in making an impact with a growing company and want to share ideas and help build a world class organization this is the company to join! Equal Opportunity Employer National Instrument dba Filamatic is an equal opportunity employer.
National Instrument dba Filamatic does not discriminate in employment with regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.