Since 1921, Neapco has been a leading supplier of innovative driveline solutions to original equipment manufacturers and the global automotive industry. Neapco designs, manufactures, and distributes high quality, cost-effective OEM and aftermarket driveline products for automotive, light truck, heavy truck, off-road, off-highway, agriculture, and industrial applications. Recognized by Crain’s List in recent years, including Crain’s Fast 50 in 2020 and Crain’s Private 200 in 2021, and honored with multiple Supplier Quality Awards, Neapco’s agile, passionate, and diverse approach fuels a relentless focus on establishing, maintaining, and strengthening enduring professional partnerships.
As we move forward into our new century, Neapco continues our long tradition of quality and excellence by placing team members first, from safety and personal enrichment to professional development!
Neapco is seeking a results-driven individual to join our team as a Manufacturing Manager. The Manufacturing Manager will be responsible for managing the plant’s operational activities to meet business objectives. The successful candidate will be accountable for all aspects of plant performance and will ensure objectives are attained in a cost-effective manner, consistent with quality requirements. This position will report to the Plant Manager and is based at our Components location in Beatrice, Nebraska. It is extremely important this team member be aligned with Neapco’s Core Values of Partnership, Passion, Agility, Teamwork, Integrity, and Diversity and Neapco’s Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility goals and objectives. Compensation dependent upon qualifications.
Job Description: Manufacturing Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Manages the manufacturing team in the day-to-day operations.
- Plans and develops behaviors in the production staff.
- Actively promotes and drives a culture of continuous improvement.
- Structures and maintains a positive, productive, and communicative team-based work environment where associates are empowered, accountable, driven, and continually developing to achieve optimal results.
- Fosters a “safety first” culture through training and evaluation, and ensures facility and associate compliance with federal, state, and local EH&S laws and regulations
- Manages resources appropriately to ensure the completion of deliverables and delivery of optimal service to customers. Manages labor expenses including overtime at the facility to be within or under budget or approved levels.
- Ensures the appropriate staffing, cleaning, and operation of all site equipment.
- Utilizes systems and processes to track and optimize productivity standards, metrics, and performance targets.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in a key leadership/management role in a manufacturing facility (automotive manufacturing experience required).
- Strong business acumen (management principles, critical thinking, lean, budgeting, resource allocation, etc.).
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in a field relevant to a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Neapco recognizes that our team members are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to providing them with a safe, drug-free workplace fostering respect and ethical treatment. Unlawful discrimination in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, ethnic/national origin, age, sex, veteran status, disability, or any similar protected status is strictly prohibited. In return for their expertise and shared commitment to our goals, we offer our team members competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Skills Required
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership/management experience in a manufacturing facility, automotive manufacturing required
- Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong business acumen including management principles, critical thinking, lean manufacturing, budgeting, and resource allocation
- Experience fostering safety-first culture and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local EH&S laws and regulations
- Ability to manage labor expenses, staffing, equipment operation, and productivity metrics
- Alignment with Neapco's core values and sustainability/corporate social responsibility goals
What We Do
Neapco is a leading supplier of innovative driveline solutions for Tier One original equipment manufacturers and the global automotive industry. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes OEM driveline products for automotive and non-automotive applications throughout the globe, combining innovative in-house design and efficient production processes to provide high-performance, competitively priced products.
