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The Senior Manufacturing Manager will lead and oversee all aspects of daily manufacturing operations to ensure that safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity goals are consistently achieved. This strategic leadership role involves managing multiple teams and production areas, coordinating cross-functional collaboration, and aligning production with business objectives.
This position is central to driving the smooth integration of new products into manufacturing and fostering a high-performance culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will balance hands-on experience with big-picture thinking to elevate operational performance and support the organization's growth trajectory.
This is an on-site position based at our Mercer site, with occasional travel as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor manufacturing supervisors, team leads, and frontline staff, building a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous performance improvement.
- Oversee daily production of Sample Handling or similar products, ensuring all manufacturing, packaging, labeling, and storage activities meet production schedules and SOPs.
- Implement and maintain robust production scheduling systems that meet delivery timelines and optimize resource utilization.
- Provide coaching, development, and performance feedback to supervisors and team leaders.
- Monitor labor utilization and production efficiency; identify and implement improvements to reduce downtime and increase throughput.
- Track and act upon key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, yield, downtime, labor efficiency, and equipment utilization.
- Ensure manufacturing operations comply with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and production documentation to ensure process consistency.
- Collaborate with the Quality Control Unit to resolve non-conformances, execute OOS investigations, and uphold compliance.
- Partner with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support production flow, capacity planning, and capital projects.
- Assist with budgeting and capital planning related to staffing, equipment, and operational improvements.
- Provide leadership support to the Director of Manufacturing and contribute to cross-site initiatives.
- Stay current on industry best practices and evolving technologies to identify and assess improvement opportunities.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 7–10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, including significant leadership responsibilities.
- Proven track record in managing manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and quality systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret manufacturing metrics and technical documents.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with ERP/manufacturing software preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable working with both technical detail and strategic decision-making.
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WHO IS NEOGEN:
From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our animal safety solutions are used on farms, veterinary practices and manufacturers around the world to provide the best animal care possible. Whether food or pharmaceuticals, Neogen’s provides a one-stop shop for the health and safety to our animals and our customers operations.
Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep belief in providing professional and personal growth. Our
Pillars of Trust — the principles that guide our everyday decision-making, include
Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s our belief in these characteristics that provides a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
