Digital Manufacturing Operations Manager at Plexus Deutschland GmbH

Neenah, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

186400.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Systems Development, Business Analysis, Solution Implementation, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Software Installation, Customer Data Analysis, MES Applications, Engineering Change, Documentation Control, User Experience, Operational Efficiency, Coaching, Standardization, Quality Management

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world's most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range: $112,600.00 - $186,400.00 Purpose Statement: The Digital Manufacturing Operations Manager is responsible for the effectiveness of the MES enterprise solution to satisfy Customer, Regulatory and Plexus Quality Management Systems. The role will continually work with manufacturing to identify when systems solutions are required. The Digital Manufacturing Operations Manager is accountable for understanding the requirements of the business, customers, and manufacturing operations related to MES applications, architecture and other digital operational system requirements (referred to as MES TEN+). By working with cross-functional stakeholders including end-users, to understand the business and operations requirements this role will support development with the wider digital operations organization. Key Job Accountabilities: MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT: Define methods and standards for program development, lead requirements capture and coordinate with corporate IT team for gap closure as required. Lead configuration control of applications and drive site User Group meetings in order to drive compliance and standardization. Accountable for both the business analysis and solution implementation to deliver solutions that support zero defects, perfect delivery, customer service excellence, operational efficiency and an intuitive user experience. This includes responsibility for business analysis and solution development therefore developing MES Systems aligned with the business and customer needs. MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEPLOYMENT : Responsibilities include leading deployment of solutions and full documentation control through the wider regional and site deployment teams, applying coaching and influencing. Inspire and Lead Engineering Change within the region, including new technology implementation, global and regional initiatives and best practices. MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS PROGRAM AND EQUIPMENT ACCEPTANCE: Lead software installation, customer-specific application development and software validation protocol standards. NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION: Lead characterization of Manufacturing Systems strategies and solutions, including customer data analysis, automated placement programming, creation of certified drawings and characterization of Bill of Material (BOM) components. Accountable to work with and collaborate with other regions and Solutions Architects to align on solutions, share best practices and deliver continuous improvement. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Implement continuous improvement programs and process controls related to global standardized processes. This includes deployment, monitoring, and improvement of key metrics. Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential. Education/Experience Qualifications: Technical Degree with 10 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered. This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at GHQ.TA@plexus.com. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

Responsibilities

The Digital Manufacturing Operations Manager is responsible for the effectiveness of the MES enterprise solution to satisfy customer, regulatory, and quality management systems. This role involves working with manufacturing to identify system solutions and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to support development.