Transformer Manufacture Manager
1 day ago
Houston
Job Description SUMMARY The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating daily operations with the manufacturing facility to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role oversees production, maintenance, and continuous improvement activities while supporting the Plant Manager in aligning the site’s performance with company-wide goals. The Manufacturing Manager provides hands-on leadership to supervisors and teams, ensuring the consistent application of best practices in electrical transformer assembly (including signal pad mount, three-phase pad mount, and dry-type transformer), laboratory testing, and supply chain management. They promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Direct and manage all production activities to ensure schedules, quality standards, and efficiency targets are consistently met., • Able to provide useful suggestions in the new manufacturing setup., • Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma)., • Collaborate with the Warehouse Manager and Supply Chain Manager to establish short- and long-term operational goals., • Monitor ERP and production data to track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including productivity, scrap rates, on-time delivery, and equipment utilization., • Partner with Engineering, Tooling, and Quality to resolve technical issues and support new product introductions., • Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for production or quality issues., • Oversee maintenance of equipment and facility to ensure safe and reliable operations., • Promote and enforce safety programs in compliance with OSHA and company policies., • Manage labor planning, cross-training, and skills development to ensure workforce flexibility., • Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and leads to strengthen leadership at all levels., • Support budget management, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency gains., • Ensure compliance with AS9100D / ISO 9001:2015 standards and customer-specific requirements., • Support the Plant Manager in implementing corrective actions when targets are not met., • Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain high product standards and customer satisfaction., • Assist Plant Manager in managing daily manufacturing operations across stamping, tooling, and maintenance departments., • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement., • Support training initiatives to develop technical skills and leadership abilities within the workforce., • Direct supervision of Production Supervisors, Maintenance Supervisor, and their respective teams., • Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred., • 3–5 years of experience in metal forming, stamping, or fabrication manufacturing., • Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role within a manufacturing environment., • Strong knowledge of ERP systems, production planning, and shop floor control., • Strong knowledge of tooling, progressive die operations, and equipment maintenance practices., • Proven leadership in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies., • Excellent communication, coaching, and team-building skills., • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred., • Proficient in reading, interpreting, and analyzing technical documents, financial reports, and legal materials., • Able to effectively communicate with customers, regulatory bodies, and senior management., • Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required., • Strong grasp of statistical analysis, probability, geometry, trigonometry, and other applied mathematics., • Ability to apply mathematical concepts to solve real-world manufacturing problems., • Demonstrates sound decision-making and leadership capabilities., • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a production environment., • Regularly required to bend, stoop, and lift up to 35 lbs. The conditions described here reflect the typical environment experienced while performing the essential duties of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to support individuals with disabilities. This position operates within a medium-sized metal forming manufacturing facility where appropriate personal protective equipment, such as hearing protection and safety glasses, is supplied and required. COMPANY DESCRIPTION Based in Dallas, TX, Dozer Electrical LLC is a trusted leader in the distribution, design, and manufacturing of high-quality electrical equipment, including transformers, substations, switchgears, and circuit breakers. Our product line features single-phase and three-phase oil transformers, pad-mounted and dry-type transformers, and fully customized solutions. With over five years of experience as an authorized Toshiba distributor, we deliver reliable, innovative, and scalable power solutions for projects of all sizes across the U.S. Partnering with industry leaders such as Hyosung, Eaton, and Toshiba, we uphold the highest standards of quality and performance. At Dozer Electrical, we’re committed to meeting the unique needs of our clients through efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused service. Company DescriptionBased in Dallas, TX, Dozer Electrical LLC is a trusted leader in the distribution, design, and manufacturing of high-quality electrical equipment, including transformers, substations, switchgears, and circuit breakers. Our product line features single-phase and three-phase oil transformers, pad-mounted and dry-type transformers, as well as fully customized solutions. With over five years of experience as an authorized Toshiba distributor, we deliver reliable, innovative, and scalable power solutions for projects of all sizes across the U.S. Partnering with industry leaders such as Hyosung, Eaton, and Toshiba, we uphold the highest standards of quality and performance. At Dozer Electrical, we’re committed to meeting the unique needs of our clients through efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused service.Based in Dallas, TX, Dozer Electrical LLC is a trusted leader in the distribution, design, and manufacturing of high-quality electrical equipment, including transformers, substations, switchgears, and circuit breakers. Our product line features single-phase and three-phase oil transformers, pad-mounted and dry-type transformers, as well as fully customized solutions.\r\nWith over five years of experience as an authorized Toshiba distributor, we deliver reliable, innovative, and scalable power solutions for projects of all sizes across the U.S. Partnering with industry leaders such as Hyosung, Eaton, and Toshiba, we uphold the highest standards of quality and performance.\r\nAt Dozer Electrical, we’re committed to meeting the unique needs of our clients through efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused service.