Plexus
Direct Workday career site

Manager of Production

Location
Neenah, WI
Listed
Today

Key Job Accountabilities

  • Execution of Production Schedules to Meet KPIs. Provide effective leadership to the manufacturing team to ensure implementation of strategies for manufacturing metrics, i.e. OTD, scrap reduction, yield, productivity and inventory. Participate in Operation Review meeting.
  • Planning & Management of Resources. Develop and retain a multi-level results-focused team. Drive engagement and monitor operators' performance including taking the disciplinary actions. Drive cross training of manufacturing teams to ensure maximum labor flexibility and efficiency
  • Ensure Compliance to Customer Requirements and Plexus Standards. Lead and drive RCCA for "why made" of defect/reject produced by his/her team. Drive customer service excellence culture within areas of control. Ensure RBA compliance and work place health and safety issues
  • Continuous Improvement and LEAN. Sponsor and drive implementation of programs that improve labor efficiency, on time delivery, continuous quality improvement, and other corporate or customer requirements in alignment with established metrics. Drive for layout and 6S improvement plan, GEMBA tours, and waste reduction activities. Lead and drive the LEAN projects
  • Contingency Planning & Management. Provide guidance and solutions to more complex manufacturing issues. Effectively manage and control direct labor staffing levels in order to achieve site LCM forecast. Communicate program contributions, OTD, continuous improvement efforts and manufacturing issues and needs and develop contingency plans for improvement
  • Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 5 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
  • Technical expertise in PCB Assembly process, SMT, RoHS Assembly, Mechanical Assembly, Lean Manufacturing, IPC Standards, and Quality Systems required.

Other Qualifications

  • N/A

Physical Requirements

  • N/A

Travel Requirements

  • N/A

Additional information

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About us

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world's most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include

Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com.

Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

$97,900.00 - $146,900.00

Purpose Statement: The Production Manager is responsible for the day to day leadership of Factory Supervisors within a specific market sector. The position has an intense focus on product quality, on time delivery, and factory production efficiency. Additionally, the Production Manager provides the vision to develop and execute the following: continuous improvement initiatives, operational planning, product quality assurance, staff management/development, customer satisfaction and effective communication both within the focus factory and with site associates/management.

Read the original posting

From Plexus's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 9, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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