Manufacturing Manager - Virginia Transformer : Job Details

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At Virginia Transformer, we're not just manufacturing custom transformers — we're building power solutions that move the world. As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on momentum, innovation, and grit.

If you love the thrill of manufacturing, the strategy of an endurance race, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is your track. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We're looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. One team. One mission. One source.

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Job Title: Manufacturing Manager

Location: Pocatello, ID

Company: Virginia Transformer

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Manager will oversee daily manufacturing operations at Virginia Transformer's Pocatello facility, ensuring production, planning, materials, and labor management run smoothly. The Manufacturing Manager will focus on meeting manufacturing objectives, driving process efficiencies, and ensuring safety compliance across the plant. The role involves close coordination with teams to ensure that manufacturing schedules and key performance targets are achieved, all while maintaining a safe and well-organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, including production, planning, material management, and labor allocation. Ensure safety protocols and housekeeping standards are met throughout the facility.
• Performance Management: Drive the achievement of Manufacturing Production Schedule (MPS) targets, including revenue, RTS (Return to Service), FPY (First Pass Yield), and other key objectives by ensuring processes are executed with precision.
• Planning and Controls: Develop and implement effective planning and control measures to meet production objectives and align with overall business goals.
• Resource Management: Ensure that trained personnel and necessary resources are available to meet production goals, including efficient utilization of labor and equipment.
• Safety and Compliance: Maintain the highest standards of safety for both employees and equipment. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a culture of safety within the plant.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing or production management, with a strong preference for experience in an assembly shop and union shop environment.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in production planning, labor management, and safety protocols.
• Knowledge of quality control measures and process improvements in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to meet key performance objectives through effective resource and process management.
• Engineering degree preferred.