Factory Manufacturing Excellence Manager Job at Nestlé Purina (King William)

Hr Manager - Factory / Manufacturing

We are looking for an experienced HR Manager to build and strengthen the HR func...

Location

India , Noida

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

July 25, 2026

Requirements

Experience: 7-15 Years
Qualification: MBA HR / MSW / PGDM HR
Strong experience in manufacturing/factory HR operations
Expertise in HR process improvement and system implementation
Experience in team building and organizational development.
Strong knowledge of labor laws and compliance
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Hands-on experience with HRMS, payroll systems, and HR analytics

Job Responsibility

Build, lead, and develop the factory HR team and define clear roles, KRAs, and accountability.
Design and implement standardized HR policies, SOPs, and operational processes.
Improve HR systems, documentation, reporting, and workflow efficiency.
Drive HR digitalization, HRMS implementation, attendance/payroll integration, and process automation.
Develop structured recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management systems.
Create employee engagement and retention initiatives for factory workforce.
Ensure statutory compliance related to labor laws, PF, ESI, Factory Act, and audits.
Strengthen manpower planning, succession planning, and organizational structure.
Coordinate with plant leadership to improve productivity, discipline, and workforce stability.
Establish data-driven HR reporting and MIS dashboards.

Fulltime

Sr. Manager Manufacturing Excellence and Logistics

Reporting directly to the Factory Director, the Senior Manager of Manufacturing ...

Location

United States , Raeford

Salary:

119400.00 - 179000.00 USD / Year

Unilever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 6-10+ years of continuous improvement (Lean Manufacturing) with some logistics experience
Fully understand and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), preferably in a personal care or FMCG/CPG environment
Proven record of ability to drive a transformation in a large cross-functional environment
Strong history of change management and driving business results in manufacturing environment
Successful experience leading teams in a World Class Manufacturing (WCM) type of, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), or other Lean Manufacturing framework is required
Experience managing and driving accountability of Safety/OSHA/EPA requirements and pertinent safety regulations
Manage and hold team accountable to Quality standards and be a Champion for Change Management
Must be able to effectively manage conflict while creating an inclusive work environment
Experience with manufacturing equipment, concepts and regulations is required

Job Responsibility

Lead & foster a strong continuous improvement culture, this will include training and mentoring employees at all levels of the organization in the use of lean manufacturing and process improvement tools
This person will lead and transform our factory digital initiatives and real-time data analytics to ensure we are working on the right projects while driving improvement in safety, quality, cost, performance, waste, and any number of key metrics
You will lead our site Logistics team and on-time deployment supporting 95%+ dispatch rate for NA DEO sticks
Embrace new technology to create a safe, fast-paced, and competitive logistics operation with an emphasis on engagement and servant leadership
Develop and conduct specific training in process improvement tools such as 5W2H, 5-Why, Kaizen methodology, Statistical Process Controls, and other similar topics
Responsible for tracking the Unilever Manufacturing System (UMS) activities that occur throughout the facility and reporting our progress against these planned activities
Drive our UMS culture by chairing the Focused Improvement (FI) Pillar
Build and lead a high-performing logistics team (5–8 direct reports and hourly team), including coaching, training, and development
Active member of the Central Safety Health Environmental Committee (CSHEC), specific ownership of several site safety programs
Drive Perfect Quality throughout all Pack Processes and assist Make processes as required

What we offer

health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)
retirement savings benefits
life insurance and disability benefits
parental leave
sick leave
paid vacation and holidays
access to numerous voluntary benefits
bonus eligible
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) eligible

Fulltime

Manufacturing Excellence Manager Foods Europe BU

Join us as a Foods Europe BU Manufacturing Excellence Manager. You will lead inn...

Location

Poland; France; Spain; Romania , Greater Poland; Bourgogne-Franche-Comté; Basque Country; Prahova

Salary:

Not provided

Unilever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field
3+ years in manufacturing excellence or continuous improvement roles
Strong knowledge of Lean, TPM, and WCM methodologies
Proven success in OEE, waste, and productivity improvement projects
Solid project management and stakeholder engagement skills
Fluent in English
additional languages and travel flexibility are a plus
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
Knowledge of Basic Lean Principles: Proficiency in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) or WCM (World Class Manufacturing) or UMS (Unilever Manufacturing System) principles
Technical Reporting: Ability to prepare accurate and detailed technical reports

Job Responsibility

Drive UMS Deployment: Support the implementation of Unilever Manufacturing System (UMS) across Foods Europe BU sites, ensuring full alignment with global standards
Performance Improvement: Lead initiatives to boost OEE, reduce waste, and enhance net productivity through data-driven actions
Capability Building: Coach factory teams on UMS pillars, best practices, and continuous improvement methodologies
Governance & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to Manufacturing Excellence standards and the MMP Code
Assessment Coordination: Plan UMS assessment activities, ensuring timely and accurate delivery
Best Practice Management: Maximize the value of the Best Practice System by driving creation, replication, and sharing proven solutions
Benchmarking: Lead benchmarking activities and enhance systems for OEE, waste, and labor productivity at a granular level using the digital tools
Develop and strengthen OEE improvement plans
Support waste reduction programs
Data Analytics: Compile, analyze, and interpret factory performance data to identify sources of variance and improvement opportunities

What we offer

Competitive annual bonus
Company car or car allowance
Participation in the company share program
Private pension plan
Private medical care (Medicover)
Private life insurance (Unum)
Sports and wellness package (Benefit Systems)
Two additional vacation days
Access to the Unilever employee shop
Access to Legimi (e‑book platform)

Fulltime

Factory Manager

Reporting to the Operations Leadership team, the Factory Manager will take owner...

Location

Belgium , Courcelles

Salary:

Not provided

Airswift Sweden

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Experience managing large, diverse teams in a fast-paced production setting
Strong background in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
Demonstrated ability to bring structure and clarity to complex operational environments
Hands-on leadership style with a strong presence on the shop floor
Industrial experience within metal construction or heavy industry preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills
Fluent in English (required)
Ability to work fully onsite in Courcelles, Belgium

Job Responsibility

Promote safe and professional conduct across all production activities
Lead, manage, and develop an assembly team of approximately 100 personnel
Drive operational performance across quality, cost, and delivery metrics
Provide strong on-site leadership, ensuring high levels of team engagement and accountability
Implement Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
Structure and optimise production processes within a complex industrial environment
Monitor and improve production efficiency, identifying and addressing performance gaps
Maintain and enforce high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance
Ensure adherence to quality standards and customer requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production goals and resolve operational challenges

Operational Excellence Manager

The factory Operational Excellence (OpEx) Manager is responsible for developing,...

Location

United States , San Diego

Salary:

116100.00 - 141900.00 USD / Year

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum Associate of Science degree in a STEM field (Engineering, Food Science, Technology, Math, etc.) required
Minimum of 4 years of manufacturing experience in a leadership role, preferably in the food industry
Strong knowledge of TPM methodology, Lean principles or a continuous improvement program is a must
Bilingual (English / Spanish)
Demonstrated leadership and management skills
Excellent leadership, communication, problem solving skills, and change management
Experience successfully identifying, adopting and leading change initiatives and gaining alignment
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders, peer groups and all factory personnel levels
Proven track record of driving results in a factory environment

Job Responsibility

Develop, implement, and sustain TPM strategies to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, reduce food loss, and enhance overall operational efficiency (OEE)
Lead the factory continuous improvement culture in achieving TPM program objectives and total delivered cost (TDC) reductions
Coordinate and conduct training sessions based on AFNA TPM reference standards
Lead and drive TPM related activities and discussions with hourly and management leaders
Perform internal assessments and coaching of TPM standards
Lead loss identification and prioritization of losses (e.g. OEE, downtime, raw material loss, labor loss)
Ensure effective root cause analysis and sustainable actions
Own the understanding, ownership and usage of key OEE performance indicator
Lead cross functional TDC program to identify and generate projects for cost reduction
Ensure execution of cost reduction projects to meet timeline expectations

What we offer

20% annual STI bonus based on performance

Fulltime

Sr. Factory Manager

As the Sr. Factory Manager in the Factory Management (FM) team within Microsoft ...

Location

Vietnam , Haiphong City

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BA/BS, or technical degree in a related field
experience in working in the factory environment
a minimum of 15 years of demonstrated work experience
in-depth understanding of the technologies specific to consumer electronics
ability to interact with Sr. management (internal and external)
program/project management
high volume consumer electronics manufacturing
broad understanding of the hardware manufacturing industry, business and legal intricacies
experience and knowledge in factory operations (end to end)
well-rounded skill set (Engineering, Supply Chain, Compliance, product knowledge, finance, people management)

Job Responsibility

Lead a team of technical resources or leverage subject matter experts (SMEs) from other teams to drive actions across internal functional groups and suppliers to ensure continuity of supply, product quality, achievement of end-to-end process yield targets, and compliance with product and social responsibility standards
Oversee all facets of supplier/factory operations
Manage Statements of Work, ensuring supplier compliance with contractual obligations
Ensure continuity of supply and adherence to product quality standards
Drive the development and implementation of manufacturing processes and tools to support operational excellence
Manage SKU and BOM accuracy, product end-of-life (EOL) transitions, and excess/obsolete materials
Serve as the gatekeeper for PV (Production Validation) exit
Manage capacity and resources to ensure production meets ramp-up plans
Oversee factory budgets (Other Manufacturing Costs)
Develop and execute cost reduction strategies through process and operational improvements

Fulltime

Principal Factory Manager

If you have a passion to deliver new technology to customers and have a strong b...

Location

Vietnam , Hanoi

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

12-15 years’ experience in manufacturing, engineering, sourcing or supply chain with demonstrated work experience in contract manufacturing, preferably in high volume consumer electronics industry
Bachelor degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or Supply Chain management or related field
Current knowledge of industry trends and ability to foster and leverage professional relationships
has a broad understanding of hardware manufacturing industry, business and contractual intricacies
Capable of leading virtual factory team with ease and drive end to end solution to Cost, Quality, Availability and Technologies issues leading to successful ramp of new program in factories
Strong Project Management skills required
demonstrated experience with project management methodologies that deliver cost savings
Ability to identify and solve manufacturing operations, process and operational business challenges
working with suppliers
Experience with cross organizational management of program and has the ability to drive virtual team working with suppliers of all maturity

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute market-leading supply base strategy by leveraging market knowledge, industry-leading commodity cost management, and techniques to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO)
Research market, competitive, and emerging trends to drive insights into contract manufacturer capabilities and strategies
Manage end to end contract manufacturing portfolio and performance including new product commercialization and value creation initiatives
collaborate with contract manufacturing partners to execute and improve cost, quality, supply and delivery performance
Lead virtual factory team to deliver results through strong collaboration with stakeholders from various functions in Microsoft
Be the interface to Microsoft in managing supplier relationship and drive end to end operations excellence focusing on delivering best in class cost, quality and technologies
Develop supplier capabilities and drive technology roadmap visibility across Microsoft hardware businesses
Establish a comprehensive cost benchmarking program reflecting external market insights and understanding of the broader supply markets
Evaluate contract manufacturer capabilities and establish sources for new technologies in new markets as business requirements dictate
Use expertise in manufacturing, supply chain and commodity management to thoroughly analyze supplier cost structure and to deliver the most aggressive costing for services, assembly, and capital

Fulltime

Senior Factory Manager

In this role, you will be responsible for managing operations and implementing m...

Location

Vietnam , Hanoi

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's Degree in manufacturing, material, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in a manufacturing environment /repair
OR Bachelor's Degree in manufacturing, material, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering, or related field AND 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment/repair
OR 7+ years of equivalent experience
Experience directly managing and leading an operations team with well-rounded skill set (Engineering, Supply Chain, product knowledge, finance, people management, compliance)
Working with/in contract manufacturing experience which involved Program or Project Management and broad understanding of the hardware manufacturing industry, business and legal intricacies
Must have effective communications skills that engage across different levels in the organization, which include peers, support functions, and higher management are essential
Strong Integrity
Strong passion and accountability
Leadership (Agent of change)
Ability to influence

Job Responsibility

Drive operational excellence in factory operations
responsible for all facets of operations at contract manufacturing include but not limited to: 5S, Lean, quality monitoring, Social and safety compliance
Lead a team of technical resources or leverage SME (Subject Matter Expert) from other teams to drive actions through internal functional groups and suppliers to attain business targets such as On Time Delivery, Scrap Cost, Week of Supply, and Product Health
Cost management is another key element in which the Factory Manager will be accountable for annual budget management
While meeting budget target, FM shall drive continuous cost reduction strategy & management via process and operation improvements
Early partnership with volume production teams to identify design elements and repairability opportunities that are new, unique, or difficult to enable highest efficiency of repair technics
Directing and setting priorities for teams focused on creating new ways to solve repair and refurbish challenges, inventing and commercializing new technologies and methods
Collaborate across cross-functional teams to provide systematic feedback on generational improvement on product design, respective to repairability and manufacturability
Drive clear and accurate communications and recommendations to peers and senior management by distilling complex technical challenges, outlining options, and providing supporting data

Fulltime

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