Regional Manufacturing Development Manager

Minova is a global leader in ground support and geotechnical solutions for mining, tunneling, and surface ground engineering projects. For more than 140 years, we have partnered with customers to solve complex ground control challenges through high-quality products, technical expertise, and innovative engineering solutions. Our reputation is built on safety, performance, and the ability to adapt solutions to real-world conditions — and our manufacturing operations are central to that success.

The Continuous Project Manager leads the execution and continuous improvement of manufacturing strategy across Minova’s U.S. operations. Reporting to the VP of USA & Mexico, this role connects global manufacturing standards with local plant execution to deliver operational performance, innovation, and scalable best practices across four manufacturing sites.

This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for operational transformation, capital projects, and performance improvement initiatives. The position requires approximately 40–50% travel within the U.S., with occasional participation in global meetings and initiatives.

• Implement global manufacturing standards, processes, KPIs, and technologies (MES, automation platforms, digital manufacturing tools) across regional plants.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and labor requirements while maintaining alignment with corporate operational strategy.
• Serve as the regional subject-matter expert and change leader for manufacturing systems and operational excellence initiatives.
• Evaluate site‑specific operational challenges and adapt global standards when necessary.
• Lead structured exception approvals for justified deviations from global processes.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and data‑driven performance analysis.

• Lead major regional initiatives including plant expansions, line upgrades, new equipment implementation, and technology integration.
• Own regional CAPEX planning, vendor management, timelines, and risk mitigation.
• Support greenfield launches and production scale‑ups.

• Own and improve key operational metrics including OEE, yield, cost per unit, and downtime.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver performance reporting and operational insights to regional and global leadership.
• Pilot and evaluate emerging technologies (automation, AI vision systems, robotics, sustainable materials).
• Package and communicate results for potential global adoption.
• Drive modernization and digital manufacturing initiatives.

• Partner with R&D, supply chain, quality, and HR to successfully launch new products and ensure workforce readiness.
• Align closely with plant managers to support execution and operational performance.

• Recruit, develop, and coach process engineers, project leaders, and operational improvement personnel.
• Promote a safety‑first culture and support workforce skill development and training initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, ISO standards, and corporate SHES requirements.
• Support audits and implement corrective actions.
• Drive initiatives supporting sustainability and operational efficiency goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field)
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred
• Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred
• 7–12 years of manufacturing or operations leadership experience
• 3–5 years managing multi‑site or regional operational initiatives
• Demonstrated success leading capital projects and process improvement initiatives
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma programs
• Strategic and operational leadership
• Project management and execution
• Performance analysis and problem solving
• Change management and stakeholder influence
• Coaching and team development
• Vendor and contract negotiation
• ERP/MES and data‑driven manufacturing systems
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account