Mid Level Manufacturing Manager Jobs
Mid level manufacturing manager jobs go to professionals ready to own production processes end to end, mentor front-line supervisors, and drive operational decisions with limited oversight. Most openings are on-site, with 8% remote or hybrid across Manufacturing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Jobot, United Pharma, and Hyve Solutions hiring at this level now.
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Hyve Company Overview
Hyve Solutions transforms complex engineering challenges into production reality for technology innovators building AI, cloud, and connected infrastructure. As a U.S.-based manufacturing partner, the company delivers fast, agile execution through deep technical partnerships, co-innovation, and supply chain excellence. Hyve's integrated ODM, CM, and SI capabilities eliminate vendor complexity while accelerating time-to-market through single-partner accountability from design through volume production.
Manufacturing Manager
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations for multiple teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives. This role manages production teams, drives operational excellence initiatives, and partners closely with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Materials, and Program Management to support customer commitments and business objectives. The Manufacturing Manager ensures efficient execution of production plans while fostering employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, quality requirements, and customer delivery commitments.
- Manage production supervisors, team leads, and manufacturing personnel in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.
- Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions to achieve key operational metrics, including throughput, labor efficiency, yield, scrap reduction, and on-time delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing methodologies and structured problem-solving techniques.
- Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing issues and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, production transfers, and product ramp-ups.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, quality standards, and operational procedures.
- Develop workforce plans to support changing business demands, including staffing, training, and employee development.
- Conduct regular production reviews and communicate operational performance to plant leadership.
- Lead root cause analysis activities and implement actions to improve operational efficiency and product quality.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning.
- Utilize ERP and manufacturing systems to manage production activities and drive data-based decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably within electronics manufacturing, server assembly, contract manufacturing, or technology-related industries.
- Experience managing production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience supporting NPI, process improvements, and manufacturing scale-up activities.
- Strong understanding of production planning, materials flow, and manufacturing performance metrics.
- Proven ability to coach and develop supervisors and production personnel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in server, storage, networking, or electronics manufacturing.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification.
- Experience with high-mix, low-volume and build-to-order manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with ISO quality systems and structured corrective action processes.
What’s in it for you
Benefit Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Mental Health Care
- 401K with match
- Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Days
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Perks at Work
- LEAP Program
- MyFlexPay
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Hyve Company Overview
Hyve Solutions transforms complex engineering challenges into production reality for technology innovators building AI, cloud, and connected infrastructure. As a U.S.-based manufacturing partner, the company delivers fast, agile execution through deep technical partnerships, co-innovation, and supply chain excellence. Hyve's integrated ODM, CM, and SI capabilities eliminate vendor complexity while accelerating time-to-market through single-partner accountability from design through volume production.
Manufacturing Manager
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations for multiple teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives. This role manages production teams, drives operational excellence initiatives, and partners closely with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Materials, and Program Management to support customer commitments and business objectives. The Manufacturing Manager ensures efficient execution of production plans while fostering employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, quality requirements, and customer delivery commitments.
- Manage production supervisors, team leads, and manufacturing personnel in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.
- Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions to achieve key operational metrics, including throughput, labor efficiency, yield, scrap reduction, and on-time delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing methodologies and structured problem-solving techniques.
- Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing issues and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, production transfers, and product ramp-ups.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, quality standards, and operational procedures.
- Develop workforce plans to support changing business demands, including staffing, training, and employee development.
- Conduct regular production reviews and communicate operational performance to plant leadership.
- Lead root cause analysis activities and implement actions to improve operational efficiency and product quality.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning.
- Utilize ERP and manufacturing systems to manage production activities and drive data-based decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably within electronics manufacturing, server assembly, contract manufacturing, or technology-related industries.
- Experience managing production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience supporting NPI, process improvements, and manufacturing scale-up activities.
- Strong understanding of production planning, materials flow, and manufacturing performance metrics.
- Proven ability to coach and develop supervisors and production personnel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in server, storage, networking, or electronics manufacturing.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification.
- Experience with high-mix, low-volume and build-to-order manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with ISO quality systems and structured corrective action processes.
What’s in it for you
Benefit Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Mental Health Care
- 401K with match
- Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Days
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Perks at Work
- LEAP Program
- MyFlexPay
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Mid Level Manufacturing Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level manufacturing manager job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you led a production line, reduced waste, or improved throughput with measurable results. Certifications like Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing signal readiness for deeper responsibility. Tailor your resume to show you've coordinated cross-functional teams, managed schedules, and solved problems without constant supervision, since those are the signals mid level hiring managers look for.
Which companies hire mid level manufacturing managers?
Companies hiring mid level manufacturing managers right now include Jobot, United Pharma, and Hyve Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Mid-size industrial manufacturers and large consumer goods companies tend to hire most actively at this level, as they need experienced managers who can run shifts independently without senior oversight on every decision.
Are there remote mid level manufacturing manager jobs?
Yes, though most manufacturing manager roles remain on-site due to the hands-on nature of the work. About 8% of mid level manufacturing manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve planning, scheduling, or operations coordination roles rather than direct floor supervision. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps you find the right fit.
How do I move up to a mid level manufacturing manager role?
The path from entry level to mid level comes from accumulating ownership, not just time. Start by volunteering to lead a process improvement project, then take on shift coordination responsibilities. Build fluency in production metrics, quality systems, and scheduling software. When you can point to measurable outcomes you drove independently, like reduced downtime or improved yield, you have the profile that mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level manufacturing managers?
Mid Level manufacturing manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand at the mid level because they operate complex, high-volume production environments where experienced managers who can own a line or a shift without close supervision are essential to maintaining output and quality standards.