Manufacturing Manager

Manufacturing Manager at Waterstone Human Capital (Formerly Spectrum Recruiting Solutions) Manufacturing Manager at Waterstone Human Capital (Formerly Spectrum Recruiting Solutions) in Salt Lake City, Utah Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

MANUFACTURING MANAGER

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT Reports to:

Operations Manager Compensation:

$130 - $150K + bonus Company Overview We are a privately held engineering and manufacturing firm delivering end-to-end solutions for industrial clients. Our team combines design, project management, and fabrication expertise to execute practical, cost-effective solutions. We operate in a collaborative, hands-on environment focused on quality, efficiency, and long-term client partnerships.

Your Role:

The Manufacturing Manager will lead a newly established division, with full responsibility for team leadership, production performance, and operational execution. This role is focused on building structure, driving accountability, and elevating overall performance across a small but critical manufacturing team. This is a highly visible leadership position for someone who brings both operational discipline and technical curiosity, with the ability to balance hands-on understanding of foundry processes with strong people leadership and organizational rigor.

What You'll Do:

Lead, coach, and develop employees, driving accountability and daily execution Establish team priorities through regular check-ins and clear performance expectations Assess team capabilities and make staffing and development decisions to strengthen performance Oversee production planning, inventory, and purchasing activities Drive continuous improvement to enhance throughput, efficiency, and product quality Lead problem-solving efforts related to casting processes and production challenges Apply data-driven approaches to optimize processes and outcomes Partner with senior leadership to align on operational goals and performance metrics Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards

What You'll Bring:

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Process Engineering preferred, but not required Proven leadership experience in manufacturing, foundry, or industrial operations environments Strong management and organizational skills, with a track record of building structure and driving accountability Hands-on understanding of metal and/or casting processes Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, DOE, or similar) Ability to balance floor presence with leadership responsibilities Practical, solutions-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities Comfortable working in a small, team-oriented, high-impact environment Why Join? You'll be part of a team where your work is visible, valued, and directly tied to real-world outcomes. The environment is collaborative and hands-on, offering the opportunity to contribute across a variety of projects rather than being siloed into a single function. With a strong focus on practical problem-solving and continuous improvement, this is a place where you can grow your skills while making a meaningful impact.