Who You Are
The Manufacturing Manager will be responsible for leading a team of Manufacturing team members responsible for Integration System builds. Ensure achievement of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives. Oversee manufacturing performance, resource allocation, and project execution to meet customer and program requirements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational readiness. Maintain compliance with safety standards and support workforce planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution and business growth.
How It’s Done
Manufacturing Operations Leadership
- Lead manufacturing operations to achieve business objectives and customer expectations.
- Establish performance goals and drive accountability for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
Production Planning and Execution
- Oversee project schedules, staffing, and resource utilization.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to meet system project milestones and customer commitments.
Financial and Budget Management
- Manage departmental budgets and operational spending.
- Drive cost improvement initiatives while maintaining quality and performance.
Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence
- Lead process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Promote waste reduction, standardization, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Leadership Development and Talent Management
- Develop teams through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
- Support workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development.
Quality Management
- Ensure system projects meet quality standards and meet customer requirements.
- Drive corrective actions and continuous quality improvement efforts.
Safety and Compliance
- Maintain a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace.
- Lead safety initiatives, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance activities.
Strategic Planning and Business Growth
- Support long-term operational planning and capacity growth strategies.
- Evaluate and recommend investments in equipment, technology, and infrastructure.
Customer and Stakeholder Relations
- Serve as a key manufacturing representative for customers and leadership.
- Provide operational updates and collaborate to resolve business challenges.
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business Management, or related field required.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
- Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing supervisors, managers, or multiple production teams.
- Demonstrated experience leading Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, or Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Experience managing departmental budgets and operational performance metrics.
What Would Be Even Better
- Master's Degree preferred.
- FAC products, automation systems, or industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
It’s Your Move
At FANUC America, we are driven by a deep respect for our people and a commitment to building a workplace dedicated to integrity and excellence. We believe that great careers are built through opportunity, growth, and collaboration—and we’re excited to invite talented individuals like you to explore what’s possible with us.
Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business Management, or a related field
- At least 8 years of progressive manufacturing experience
- At least 5 years of leadership experience managing supervisors, managers, or multiple production teams
- Experience leading Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, or Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Experience managing departmental budgets and operational performance metrics
- Master's degree
- FAC products, automation systems, or industrial manufacturing experience
FANUC America Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FANUC America and has not been reviewed or approved by FANUC America.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision insurance along with disability and life insurance. A wellness program is also described as part of the health-and-wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) savings program as part of the core package. Broader retirement supports such as pension and retirement allowance plans are also highlighted at the parent-company level as part of employee welfare initiatives.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and paid holidays are included as standard time-off benefits. Time off is also associated with positive work/life balance in at least one role-specific account.
FANUC America Insights
What We Do
FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation. Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training. On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan. In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.
