Manufacturing Manager

Job Description

Manufacturing Manager

Position Purpose

The Manufacturing Manager ensures Caton delivers on its promise : precision, reliability, and speed in every high-voltage connector and cable assembly we build. This role owns production execution — driving discipline, quality, and flow on the shop floor — while developing a team of supervisors and assemblers into a high-performing, accountable unit. Success means customers always receive on-time, flawless products; employees take pride in their craftsmanship; and operations continuously improve in alignment with Caton’s strategic vision.

What Great Looks Like

• Orders are consistently shipped on time or early with quality that earns zero customer escapes .
• Production runs with predictable cadence ; bottlenecks are solved quickly at the lowest level.
• Employees are engaged, accountable, and confident in their roles; turnover is below industry average.
• Supervisors manage their cells effectively, with clear tier meetings and problem-solving routines.
• Production, engineering, quality, and purchasing collaborate seamlessly, with no surprises .
• Continuous improvement is visible : lead times shorten, costs drop, and processes stabilize each year.

What’s Unacceptable

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People

Production Execution

Quality & Compliance

Continuous Improvement

Decision Rights

Goals & Performance Metrics

Qualifications