Manufacturing Manager

Daifuku•Columbus, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Daifuku Automotive America Corporation is a leader in Design, Manufacturing, Installation and Support of automotive automation/material handling systems in North America. The company is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager for the facility in Reynoldsburg, OH. Daifuku Automotive America Corporation promotes and supports both individual and team success by providing opportunities to expand your skills and build on your capabilities. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a culturally rich workforce and proud of our diversity in background, experience and origin. Safety is part of our core values; we stress the importance to our employees by enforcing 5S and daily safety audits. The Manufacturing Manager oversees all manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production. This role is accountable for meeting quality, schedule, and cost objectives aligned with company strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of plant management experience with strong supervisory capabilities
Effective interpersonal, leadership, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills
Extensive experience in manufacturing operations and knowledge of industry practices
Safety‑toe shoes or boots
Safety glasses

Responsibilities

Support development of long‑ and short‑term operational plans, policies, and objectives
Delegate responsibilities to assistant managers and provide leadership across scheduling, production, maintenance, staffing, and training
Monitor operations through staff meetings, direct observation, and regular communication to ensure optimal use of personnel, equipment, and facilities
Manage manufacturing budgets, including labor, materials, and subcontracting costs
Drive a Six Sigma and lean manufacturing culture: lead kaizen and 5S initiatives
Maintain on-time delivery performance of 95%+ and communicate customer requirements clearly across teams
Identify and resolve manufacturing issues; implement corrective actions
Serve as liaison between management and supervisors to ensure consistent communication of policies and decisions
Participate in labor relations as a management representative
Enforce safety policies and promote a zero‑incident culture
Oversee training, safety, housekeeping, and cost-reduction programs
Maintain proper staffing levels; recruit and select supervisory and hourly personnel
Support company quality processes
Effectively communicate all actions and performance to upper management through verbal and written communication, PowerPoint presentations, and logs.
Perform additional duties as assigned