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Manufacturing Manager

  2025-12-29     Jm Test Systems     Baton Rouge,LA  
Description:

About the Role
JM Test Systems is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to leadoperations for our Custom Test Bench group and Vaetrix Gauge manufacturinggroup. This is a high-impact role with full responsibility for P&Lmanagement, budgeting, production oversight, and team leadership.

We're looking for someone whocombines strong operational leadership with business acumen, ensuring thatsafety, quality, and delivery goals are consistently met. If you have abackground in process instrumentation, test equipment, or electricalmanufacturing, along with a passion for driving efficiency and team success,this may be the role for you.

What You'll Do

  • Lead & Develop Teams: Coach and grow manufacturing technicians, machinists, and support staff. Build accountability, collaboration, and engagement across both groups.
  • Drive Financial Success: Manage P&L, budgets, and forecasts. Identify opportunities for cost control and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee Operations: Ensure daily production meets safety, quality, and delivery standards. Oversee scheduling, resource allocation, and ISO compliance.
  • Manage Projects: Lead capital projects, process improvements, and lean initiatives. Apply structured project management (PMP or equivalent) to deliver results.
  • Shape Strategy: Recommend new technologies, capital investments, and process enhancements that align manufacturing with company growth.
What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of manufacturing operations experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven success managing P&L, budgets, and financial performance in a production environment.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with a passion for developing teams.
  • Familiarity with ISO quality systems and compliance requirements.
  • Experience applying project management practices; PMP certification preferred.
  • Knowledge of process instrumentation, test equipment, or electrical manufacturing is a strong plus.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and business tools (Excel, Word, etc.).
Why Join Us?
  • Stability & Career Growth - Join a company that values your expertise and provides opportunities for advancement.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package:
    • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
    • HSA with Employer Contribution
    • 401(k) with Company Match
    • Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Birthday & Holiday Pay
    • Employer-Paid Life Insurance

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