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NOW HIRING: Millerbernd Manufacturing is hiring a Transportation & Infrastructure (Pole) Manufacturing Manager to join our team in Winsted, MN! The Transportation & Infrastructure Manufacturing Manager will lead the Pre-Assembly Team and is responsible for providing leadership for multi-department areas of manufacturing operations including processes and people, and is accountability to deliver to the company’s objectives.

Job Title: Transportation & Infrastructure (Pole) Manufacturing Manager - Pre-Assembly

Salary Range: $101,600 – $127,000 per year

(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)

Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday – Friday Business Hours

Shift Differential: 1st shift – N/A

As a Transportation & Infrastructure (Pole) Manufacturing Manager, you will:

+ Ensure the company’s processes, people capabilities, culture and costs are in alignment with plans

+ Advance the organizational capability for all employees to contribute to business process improvement projects through effective development and application of problem identification and solving skills, Continuous Improvement principles, front-line leadership abilities, and teamwork

+ Manage Production Supervisors and Team Leaders to ensure that production of products is completed in a timely and cost-effective manner

+ Promote Production Supervisor’s achievement of department goals through frequent coaching, and skillful use of departmental boards and posted KPI’s as the context and means of floor management and development

+ Facilitate Coaching 5S and leveraging the PDCA process

+ Work with the sales and scheduling team to plan production

+ Ensure standards for product quality, equipment, and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology or processes are used to maximize production

+ Ensure fixed assets are preserved

+ Make recommendations on purchases of new equipment and improvements to operations effectiveness

+ Develop, monitor, and report operation costs within functional areas, making recommendations and implementing solutions to problems related to same

+ Ensure orders are manufactured according to specifications and that quality standards are met

+ Partner with other managers to coach Supervisors on employee issues including safety, security, employee complaints, scheduling, training, etc

+ Ensures Group Leaders are administering practices and policies in a consistent, fair and equitable manner

+ Manage budget and control expenses effectively

+ Hire, train, develop and appraise staff effectively

+ Take corrective actions as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy

+ Keep up-to-date on information and technology affecting functional area(s) to increase innovation and ensure compliance

Role Qualifications as a Transportation & Infrastructure (Pole) Manufacturing Manager:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in related field or relevant experience of eight (8) years or more in a Manufacturing environment in leadership (with direct reporting structure)

+ Experience with machining, welding and steel fabrication strongly preferred

+ Preferred experience and strong knowledge of GMAW, SMAW, FCAW applications

+ Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools, methods, and practices

+ MRP/ERP system experience

+ Experience working with 5S, Continuous Improvement and/or Lean principles

+ Effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills in English

+ Ability to develop supervisors

+ Ability to effectively work with others and lead in a team environment

+ Ability to meet production timelines

+ Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Excel, and Word

+ Desire to reinforce safety requirements

+ Demonstrated ability to solve practical problems, make decisions, and direct action

+ Demonstrated ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork and engineering documentation

+ Capacity to effectively and professionally adapt to changing work priorities

+ Ability to work well with all employees and earn mutual respect

Why Millerbernd and Who We Are:

We strive to create the best opportunities for our employees. Here you can discover your potential, turn your ideas into reality and become a part of a team with skills and experience in various disciplines. At Millerbernd, you will enjoy a fulfilling and dynamic work environment, exclusive professional development opportunities, exceptional benefits, and competitive compensation.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

At Millerbernd Manufacturing Company, we offer a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.

Health & Wellness

+ Medical Insurance: Choose from two high-quality plans, including PPO and High Deductible options, with company contributions to HSAs

+ Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Coverage

+ Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses

Income Protection

+ Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

+ Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance at no cost to employees

Voluntary Benefits

+ Optional Life and AD&D Insurance, Legal and Identity Protection, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance

Retirement Savings

+ 401(k) Plan: Employer matching contributions up to 4%, with immediate vesting

Incentive-Based Compensation

+ Eligible employees are included in one of our incentive programs, designed to reward performance and align with company profitability and goals. Incentive program eligibility and payout specifics are determined by the role and shift schedule.

Work-Life Balance and Additional Benefits

+ Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

+ Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for job-related education

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free and confidential support services

+ Onsite Training Programs: Skill-building opportunities, including leadership development, welding classes, and language courses

+ Uniform Subsidy for applicable role

Eligibility: Benefits are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. The 401(k) plan is available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

The Process:

After you’ve submitted your application, here is what you can expect to happen next:

+ Your application will be reviewed by our internal Talent Acquisition Team, not a robot or computer software program.

+ Once our team has reviewed your application and your skills, qualifications, and experience match what we are looking for, we will reach out to set up a phone interview.

+ After we’ve had a chance to chat with you, we will pass your application and our notes on to the hiring manager. From here, the hiring manager will review the information and determine next steps.

+ Next steps would include an on-site interview and tour of the facility to see what you could be doing here at Millerbernd Manufacturing. From here, the hiring manager would discuss the interview with the Team Lead (if applicable) and determine to move forward or not.

Throughout the process, you will receive communication from our Talent Acquisition Team regarding the status of your application and the next steps if applicable. On average, our hiring process takes 3-10 business days once your application is submitted.