Director of Manufacturing Operations
Taylor Corporation · North Mankato, MN
- Level
- Director+
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A director-level production role at Taylor Corporation (industrial) in North Mankato, MN. Selects, develops, trains and motivates staff to ensure attainment of short- and long-term growth objectives.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, EHS / safety
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Minnesota: typical posted base $105k–$195k.
Median of the low and high ends of 12 live postings that list pay, out of 16 production engineer openings in Minnesota, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Minnesota plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 15 other live production postings in Minnesota.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (8+ vs 10+)
Typical $105k–$125k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 69%
- ✓ Lean 38%
- ✓ EHS / safety 38%
- ✓ Six Sigma 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Responsible for promoting and maintaining a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards for all employees.
- ◆Selects, develops, trains and motivates staff to ensure attainment of short- and long-term growth objectives.
- ◆Leads the Production Managers and Shift Supervisors in the operation of a multiple shift manufacturing facility, including development of a highly responsive production team.
- ◆Leads the plant team on quality & service improvement and continuous improvement in all aspects of the business.
- ◆Leads the operation to ensure all financial goals and objectives are met or exceeded.
- ◆Data driven Problem Solving within a team environment.
- ◆Develops and improves measurement and control systems to ensure highly effective performance in the areas of productivity, quality and cost containment.
- ◆Develops business plans and budgets to contribute to the overall growth and profitability of the Company.
- ◆Negotiates vendor contracts and holds current vendors to contractual obligations.
- ◆Oversees the effective management of purchasing, inventory control, warehousing, planning/scheduling and delivery.
- ◆Keeps Sr. Leadership apprised of progress toward objectives through monthly progress reports and financial reporting.
- ◆Identifies areas requiring improvements and ensures the appropriate production or administrative functional areas implement necessary actions.
- ◆Leads the development of preventive maintenance programs for the physical facility and plant equipment.
- ◆Supports the implementation of automated systems throughout the plant.
- ◆Remains informed of competitive activities, trends in the market, as well as maintains a sound relationship with customers.
You Must Have
- ✓8+ years of applicable and progressive experience in manufacturing and operations leadership
- ✓Proven track record in the use of Continuous Improvement tools and methodology such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques & metrics
- ✓Strong knowledge of plant operations, warehouse management, demand planning and Capital Expenditures
- ✓Solid understanding of unique customer requirements, and skills to strategically plan for effective production runs
- ✓Advanced level proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
qualifications
of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation's total compensation and benefits package for employees.
About Taylor Corporation
One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world's most recognizable brands.
With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversifie
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North Mankato, MN - Corporate Graphics Commercial
Full time
R29055
Your Leadership.
Our Power.
Unlimited Potential.
Taylor Corporation has big plans for the future and we need talented leaders to get us there. We power the world's leading brands ― and our employees' careers ― by unlocking potential everywhere we see it. If you love to lead, are open to new ideas and inspire the best in others, we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for professionals like you.
Want to be part of something powerful? It's time to look at Taylor.
Your Opportunity: Taylor Corporation is looking for a Director of Manufacturing Operations at our Corporate Graphics Commercial facility in North Mankato, MN!
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To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
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- •Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations or related field plus 5+ years of applicable and progressive experience in manufacturing and operations leadership
- •Demonstrated experience in providing creative solutions to complex customer facing issues
- •Direct experience interacting with customer leadership team(s) to accomplish business objectives.
- •Proven leadership, communication, teaching, motivation, change management, project management, and strategic thinking skills
- •Ability to prepare and present complex information to Executives while generating a strategic plan that integrates business issues, functions and resources for effective action
- •Solid understanding of financial accounting
- •General understanding of job costing and profitability implications
