Manufacturing Process Optimization Manager (Contract)Children's Factory • Union, MO, US
Manufacturing Process Optimization Manager (Contract)
Children's Factory • Union, MO, US
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionSupport leadership in redesigning workflows to reduce waste, improve flow, and increase productivity during and after transitions. Collect production data and provide insights to guide decision-making and Continuous Improvement. Help trial, implement, stabilize, and optimize new processes on the shop floor. Participate in re-layout activities, equipment moves, and re-configuration of work areas. Assist in planning and executing the transition from two buildings into one consolidated facility. Coordinate with supervisors and teams to minimize disruption during equipment and workflow changes. Support setup of new work areas, ensuring processes are running effectively after the move. Act as a key floor resource to "make it work" during consolidation, bridging leadership direction with daily execution. Serve as a point of contact between leadership and hourly employees during transition. Provide clear communication and feedback to ensure employees understand changes. Encourage engagement, ownership, and adaptability within production teams. Operational Continuity : Maintain production output and quality during transition periods. Workflow Execution : Help implement process changes and ensure they are followed correctly. Consolidation Support : Assist with equipment moves, new line setup, and workflow stabilization in the consolidated facility. Team Readiness : Support hourly teams in adapting to new processes and environments. 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, including at least 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role. Prior experience supporting facility moves, consolidations, or large-scale workflow reconfigurations. Strong track record of executing process improvements that improved efficiency, quality, or cost. Comfortable supervising teams at multiple locations while also contributing hands-on as needed. Ability to follow direction, execute plans, and communicate effectively with both leadership and hourly staff. Strong problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Job Description
Job Description
Manufacturing Manager - Process Optimization
Contract Duration : 6–12 months (with potential extension)
Reports To : Director of Operations
Summary
The Manufacturing Manager – Process Optimization (Contract) will play a critical role in supporting production operations while helping to execute process improvements and facility consolidation efforts. This position combines frontline supervision of hourly employees with applied experience in process optimization, workflow redesign, and facility transitions. The ideal candidate has participated in plant moves or production consolidations before and can balance shop floor leadership with implementing direction from leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Supervise and support hourly employees in assigned production departments.
- Monitor daily performance to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals are achieved.
- Provide hands-on assistance to teams, helping resolve bottlenecks and keep work flowing.
- Assist with employee scheduling, training, and communication during transition periods.
Process Optimization Execution
Facility Consolidation Support
Change Support & Team Engagement
Contract Deliverables
Qualifications
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