Area Manager- DE Mechanical Assembly
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Summary
The Area Manager is responsible for leading a manufacturing area or department within a defined business unit. This role operates at both a strategic and operational level, owning performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people.The Area Manager leads supervisors and frontline teams, drives continuous improvement, ensures operational excellence, and aligns area performance with company-wide objectives.
Job Description
Strategic Leadership & Performance
Own area-wide performance across key metrics (safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity)
Establish and execute goals aligned with business and operational objectives
Monitor KPIs and drive performance through data-driven decision-making
Lead capacity planning and resource alignment to meet changing demand
Operational Oversight
Ensure efficient and compliant operation of production processes
Oversee workforce planning, labor utilization, and material flow
Ensure equipment readiness, capacity, and risk mitigation planning
Drive problem-solving for operational challenges and escalations
Leadership & Talent Development
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline employees
Build team capability through training, cross-training, and succession planning
Establish clear expectations and accountability for performance and behaviors
Partner with HR on workforce planning, engagement, and employee relations
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Lead or sponsor Kaizen events and process improvement projects
Identify waste, constraints, and inefficiencies to improve flow and productivity
Ensure improvements are sustained and standardized
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, quality, maintenance, and other business units
Align production execution with customer demand and business priorities
Support new product introduction and process changes
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Ensure adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational discipline
Support audit readiness, CAPA, and compliance initiatives
Communication & Alignment
Present area performance, risks, and improvement plans to senior leadership
Conduct Gemba walks and maintain visibility into operations
Ensure alignment between strategic priorities and operational e
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