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Manufacturing Engineering / Operational Excellence Manager – Furniture Manufacturing
Location: Clayton, NC (On-Site)
Full-Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: $130,000 – $160,000
Ashton North is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering / Operational Excellence Manager for a leading furniture manufacturer located near Raleigh/Durham, NC. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone with deep manufacturing experience—furniture and upholstery background highly preferred.
This company specializes in contract furniture and uses LEAN Manufacturing principles to navigate a high-mix, low-volume production model. Employee engagement, continuous improvement, and quality assurance are cornerstones of their success, and this role will drive all three.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team focused on cost reduction, lean implementation, and operational excellence Develop and implement plant-wide LEAN initiatives and quality control systems Oversee the maintenance department, vendor contractors, and PM activities for production machinery Manage plant engineering changes, launch readiness, BOMs, routings, and work cell layouts Collaborate with product design teams to ensure new product introductions are “production friendly” Provide leadership in reviewing product designs to meet cost and efficiency targets Maintain and improve manufacturing QA processes in alignment with ISO 9001 / ISO 14000 Evaluate staffing needs, support recruitment, and drive performance management within the department Coordinate supplier development with Purchasing and Design Engineering teams Foster employee development and succession planning in partnership with HR
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in furniture or durable goods 3+ years of leadership or management experience Proven success with LEAN Manufacturing and Quality Assurance methodologies Working knowledge of: powder painting, wood finishing, welding, automation, PFMEA, GD&T, PPAP, APQP Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills P.Eng designation or eligibility strongly preferred Ability to travel as needed (domestic and international)
What This Role Offers
Competitive base salary ($130K–$160K) Excellent health benefits 401(k) with company match High-impact leadership role with career advancement potential Stable and exciting work environment within a growing organization
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes
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Manufacturing Engineering / Operational Excellence Manager – Furniture Manufacturing
Location: Clayton, NC (On-Site)
Full-Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: $130,000 – $160,000
Ashton North is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering / Operational Excellence Manager for a leading furniture manufacturer located near Raleigh/Durham, NC. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone with deep manufacturing experience—furniture and upholstery background highly preferred.
This company specializes in contract furniture and uses LEAN Manufacturing principles to navigate a high-mix, low-volume production model. Employee engagement, continuous improvement, and quality assurance are cornerstones of their success, and this role will drive all three.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team focused on cost reduction, lean implementation, and operational excellence Develop and implement plant-wide LEAN initiatives and quality control systems Oversee the maintenance department, vendor contractors, and PM activities for production machinery Manage plant engineering changes, launch readiness, BOMs, routings, and work cell layouts Collaborate with product design teams to ensure new product introductions are “production friendly” Provide leadership in reviewing product designs to meet cost and efficiency targets Maintain and improve manufacturing QA processes in alignment with ISO 9001 / ISO 14000 Evaluate staffing needs, support recruitment, and drive performance management within the department Coordinate supplier development with Purchasing and Design Engineering teams Foster employee development and succession planning in partnership with HR
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in furniture or durable goods 3+ years of leadership or management experience Proven success with LEAN Manufacturing and Quality Assurance methodologies Working knowledge of: powder painting, wood finishing, welding, automation, PFMEA, GD&T, PPAP, APQP Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills P.Eng designation or eligibility strongly preferred Ability to travel as needed (domestic and international)
What This Role Offers
Competitive base salary ($130K–$160K) Excellent health benefits 401(k) with company match High-impact leadership role with career advancement potential Stable and exciting work environment within a growing organization
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes
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