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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manufacturing Manager to join our team at the Amherst, NY facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning and managing the efficient production activities of our manufacturing operations. This role is crucial in ensuring employee safety, quality performance, and the attainment of all customer and company schedules, productivity, and cost-effectiveness. As a key member of the plant management team, this position must lead and develop their teams (production and maintenance) in alignment with business goals, focusing on continuous improvement and customer-centric initiatives.

Essential Functions:

+ **Safety Leadership:** -Ensure employee physical well-being and safety by promoting and enforcing a strong safety culture.

+ **Team Development:** -Foster a team environment, train, motivate, monitor, and evaluate the performance of the department.-

+ **Operational Planning:** -Develop, recommend, implement, and achieve operational plans, goals, budgets, and capital requirements.

+ **Production Control:** -Control and schedule plant production operations to meet customer delivery requirements and financial goals.

+ **Maintenance Management:** In conjunction with the Maintenance Lead, manage all maintenance activities, including preventative and reactive maintenance, to optimize production efficiency. Monitor and analyze KPIs to identify, plan and implement improvements.

+ **Inventory Management:** -Ensure accurate inventory management and conduct routine cycle counts and annual physical inventory.

+ **ISO Compliance:** -Maintain necessary records, communications, SOPs, and work instructions for manufacturing.

Qualifications:

Education:

+ **Bachelor’s Degree required:** Engineering or other technical discipline preferred

+ **Master’s Degree preferred**

Work Experience:

+ **5+ years:** Required experience in manufacturing, preferably in engineering, production planning, or management, with proven supervisory skills

+ **Experience in industrial maintenance:** Required, including evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machinery

+ **Experience in similar manufacturing plants:** Preferred, especially in chemical, ceramic, or food plant types

Practical/Technical Knowledge:

+ **Leadership and Team Management:** Required, with the ability to influence, manage, and motivate others

+ **Process Optimization and Problem-Solving Skills:** Required

+ **Interpersonal Skills:** Required, with the ability to build cooperative working relationships

+ **Computer Skills:** Required, proficient with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook

+ **Knowledge of Machine Systems:** Required, with a proven track record of improving manufacturing costs

+ **Project Management Skills:** Preferred, with experience in CAPEX management and familiarity with Management of Change processes

+ **Experience with SCADA or MES Systems:** Preferred

+ **Experience Maintaining Equipment:** Preferred, such as kilns, high-temperature furnaces, pneumatic systems, and mills

Join us and be a part of a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction. Apply today to make a significant impact on our operations and drive our success forward!

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected] .

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive **Total Rewards package** to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is **$100,000 to $140,000** per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is **13% of base salary** based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is **$115,000-TTC to $160,000-TTC** . Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

**Health and Well-being** – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

+ Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

+ Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

+ LiveWell Wellness Program

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

**Retirement and Protection** - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

+ 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan

+ Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

+ Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and

+ Accident Insurance

**Additional Benefits** – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

+ Commuter Benefits

+ Group Legal

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Auto and Home Insurance

+ Pet Insurance and Discounts

+ Back-up Child and Elder Care

+ PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

+ Volunteer Day