Manufacturing, Operations Manager

About the role

Jabil is looking for a Manufacturing, Operations Manager for its CVG campus in Florence. The manager leads day-to-day manufacturing operations, with direct accountability for production leadership, work cells and shift execution. Reporting to the Operations Director, the role drives daily performance on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People, and acts as the main link between the production floor and campus leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Lead production managers, supervisors and work cell leaders, hire and develop manufacturing leaders, coach them and track turnover and engagement
• Align Quality, Safety, Test, Engineering and Facilities to manufacturing priorities through daily and weekly forums, and escalate unresolved issues to the Operations Director
• Set measurable manufacturing goals, own Daily CAC, run accountability reviews and dashboards, and give timely feedback
• Keep communication consistent across shifts and functions, recognize strong performance and adjust style to reach different teams
• Turn campus and corporate strategy into executable manufacturing plans, support headcount, capacity and production forecasting, and reduce cost through process optimization and waste elimination
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis, KPI management, QRQC, RCA and Kaizen, and keep standard work and work instructions current

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5-10 years of manufacturing or operations experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role managing managers or supervisors
• Hands-on leader who leads from the front and drives culture and change
• Experience in a complex, matrixed, fast-paced manufacturing environment (EMS preferred)
• Ability to influence peers and functional leaders without direct authority, and a strong safety mindset
• Willingness to be on the floor and flex across shifts

Required skills

• Working knowledge of operational metrics, labor planning and continuous improvement tools
• Proficiency with Workday, SAP (ERP/MES) and Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Competitive base salary and Short Term Incentive Plan
• Medical, dental, prescription drug and vision insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, commuter benefits and Employee Assistance Program
• Annual merit increases and community volunteer opportunity