Plant Production Systems Manager (SAP & Capacity Planning)

Build a production system that performs—every day

Your mission is to convert plan into performance. You’ll architect staffing and schedules through SAP and capacity modeling, own SQPDIC performance, and create an environment where safety, quality, delivery, and cost are visible and steadily improving. You’ll set the cadence, enable the team, and scale capability across the operation.

What you will tackle

• Execute the daily production schedule with precision—align labor and shifts via SAP and capacity models.
• Establish clear expectations and hold teams accountable to quality and operational standards.
• Lead Lean/CI initiatives: run kaizen events, remove bottlenecks, and institutionalize standard work.
• Serve as the lead contact for industrial relations and plant communications with a fair, consistent, predictable, and transparent approach.
• Elevate the technical and decision-making capability of Associates; drive development plans for direct reports and broader teams.
• Leverage plant data tools to track and improve safety, quality, people, delivery, inventory, cost, and productivity.
• Deliver daily/weekly/monthly metric reviews and project updates to stakeholders.
• Coach and participate in Tiered Gemba, SQPDIC routines, and Layered Process Audits.
• Conduct plant appearance, 6S, and safety audits; ensure compliance with the Plant’s Quality Management Systems.
• Champion site safety and environmental stewardship: follow safety procedures, meet ISO 14001 EMS, and partner with HSE for an injury- and illness-free, environmentally compliant operation.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline (required).
• Lean manufacturing experience or formal training (required).
• 5+ years of people leadership in manufacturing (required); non-union background preferred.
• Leadership experience in optical fiber cabling (preferred).
• Customer- and quality-centric; comfortable engaging customers and visitors.
• Strong administrative aptitude, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Resilient and professional in high-pressure situations; collaborative team contributor.
• Ability to support varied schedules, including holidays and weekend emergency coverage.
• Excellent written/verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills.
• Data-first mindset; Intermediate/Advanced MS Excel, MS Access, and SAP proficiency.
• Self-starter and effective change agent.