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This Position reports to:

Direct of Mfg. MOMN - East

 

Your role and responsibilities:

Manages all operational aspects of a local manufacturing facility, including Production, Engineering, Procurement, Planning, Quality, and Operational Excellence. Responsible for achieving safety, quality, productivity, and cost-efficiency targets while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.

The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite

You will be mainly accountable for:

Lead the execution of manufacturing strategies, customer-focused initiatives, and daily operations across manufacturing and assembly – Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) standards and drive continuous improvement in safety performance – Achieve high customer satisfaction by meeting delivery deadlines and quality (PPM) targets – Champion Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and cost/inventory management programs. – Support new product introductions and ensure seamless integration into operations.Own and manage plant-level Gross Margin and Net Working Capital performance – Meet or exceed financial targets (margin, NWC, conversion cost, inventory, headcount) through process improvements and new initiatives – Develop and implement strategies to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. – Develop and manage the plant’s annual operating plan and capital expenditure budgets. – Lead Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes for the plant.Drive talent development, succession planning, and career growth through coaching and the PDA process – Maintain strong employee relations and implement labor strategies to ensure efficient operations – Foster a positive, high-engagement work environment and a culture of accountability.Lead cross-functional collaboration with product management, engineering, and manufacturing to drive profitable growth. – Collaborate with customer teams on demand forecasting and issue resolution – Operate effectively in global business environments and diverse cultural settings.

Qualifications for the role:

Bachelor’s Degree Required; advanced degree preferred (Engineering, Mechanical, or Manufacturing) and minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience, including 4+ years in manufacturing operations.Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to develop, implement, and document effective strategies.Willingness to travel; minimal travel required (approximately 10%).Preferred Experience Includes: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SAP & Workday – Certified Lean Master or Six Sigma Black Belt – PMPCandidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us:

ABB’s NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

Why ABB?

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age,  race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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Health, Life & Disability

Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan. Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core PlusVision benefitCompany paid life insurance (2X base pay)Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximumsShort Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paidLong Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid.  Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insuranceParental Leave – up to 6 weeksEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoptionEmployee discount program

Retirement

401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays.  Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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