Manufacturing Unit Manager

About the role

The Manufacturing Unit Manager leads all manufacturing activities for tire production, ensuring optimal throughput, safety, and cost efficiency. This role drives continuous improvement and oversees daily operations to meet production targets.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate manufacturing activities, managing human and material resources to meet daily production requirements.
• Maintain operating conditions, identify improvement opportunities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Enforce safety protocols, compliance, budgeting, and supplier/customer expectations.
• Prepare and communicate production reports on safety, quality, and cost performance.
• Prioritize preventive maintenance, ensure SOPs and training are followed, and monitor PPE compliance.
• Drive quality standards, prepare for audits, and manage performance appraisals.
• Manage budget, control costs, and ensure effective collaboration with suppliers and customers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree; engineering or technical degree preferred; advanced degree or MBA a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in personnel management, project management, or engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Root cause analysis
• Predictive and preventive maintenance methodologies
• Continuous improvement techniques
• Data analysis for process optimization
• Knowledge of safety and 5S workplace practices

What we offer

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental, health, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and holidays