Marmon-Herrington Company

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving production performance, leading a high-performing team, and aligning manufacturing and quality outcomes with the company’s strategic goals. Expertise in mechanical systems, a proven record of operational excellence, and leadership experience in a low-volume manufacturing environment are essential.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and hands-on management of all production and quality operations within the manufacturing facility, demonstrating resilience and support during challenging periods.Develop and implement strategies to improve production throughput, efficiency, and on-time delivery.Oversee and complete quality assurance processes to ensure products meet or exceed company and customer standards.Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve workflow.Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for production and quality.Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and leadership teams to support product development and continuous improvement initiatives.Manage and mentor production and quality personnel to build a high-performance team culture.Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities to address quality issues and prevent recurrence.Ensure compliance with all internal policies, customer requirements, and industry standards (e.g., ISO, IATF).Develop and manage department budgets, resource planning, capital investment, and building management initiatives.Support and lead audits, both internal and external, as necessary.Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in low-volume, high-complexity production.Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, such as ISO 9001, or equivalent.Demonstrated success in driving production throughput and process efficiency.Hands-on experience implementing lean manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).Technical acumen in mechanical systems, manufacturing processes, and product quality requirements.Excellent skills in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and corrective/preventive action.Proficiency with production planning, and performance metrics.Ability to lead cross-functional teams, build strong relationships, and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.