The Senior Manager, Manufacturing at Seagate's Woodlands site leads multiple production cells and facilities, focusing on operational excellence, compliance, and strategic improvements. Responsibilities include managing daily manufacturing operations, equipment performance, lean initiatives, labor compliance, team development, cross-functional collaboration, and budget management. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Engineering or related fields, at least 8 (eight) years in high-volume manufacturing with 3 (three) years in management, expertise in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma, knowledge of labor regulations, strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and experience with ERP systems like SAP.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership
- Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations across designated cells (e.g., W2 Cell 5-8, W3 Cell A-C, MDW-HAS-Warehousing, Pack & Ops Support).
- Manage equipment and products performance tracking, reporting and driving to fulfil commitment.
Strategic Planning
- Develop and execute long-term plans for equipment, workforce, and process improvements aligned with Seagate's performance goals.
Lean & Continuous Improvement
- Lead lean transformation initiatives, Kaizen events, and Productivity improvement programs to reduce waste to improve OEEand particularlyin headcount optimization and efficiency.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure adherence to Seagate's Labor Management System, including internal RBA audits, grievance mechanisms, and company cultures & values.
- Conduct and support customer visits and audits.
Team Development
- Mentor and develop supervisors and planners, oversee hiring and induction processes, and support performance reviews and bonus recommendations.
- Conduct skip level meetings to address concerns and align priorities.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with HR, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues and implement best practices.
Budget & Resource Management
- Manage departmental budgets, track actual vs. planned headcount, and optimize resource allocation.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a managerial role
- Proven track record in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence.
- Strong understanding of labor regulations, compliance, frameworks, and audit processes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with SAP ERP systems and data-driven decision-making.
