Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Lebanon, TN
Legrand North America · Lebanon, TN
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 15 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at Legrand North America (industrial) in Lebanon, TN.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, TPM
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Tennessee: typical posted base $89k–$149k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 43 manufacturing engineer openings in Tennessee, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Tennessee plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 42 other live manufacturing postings in Tennessee.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (5+ vs 7+)
Typical $89k–$149k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 60%
- Tooling 49%
- New product launch 47%
- ✓ Six Sigma 42%
- Automation 40%
- Cost reduction 35%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Legrand North America
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- 2
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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- 5
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This plant: Legrand North America in Lebanon
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- Plant Manager, Lebanon, TN · Production · Manager
Full description from Legrand North AmericaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
requirements
in all manufacturing processes.
- ✓Prepare and present engineering and facilities reports and proposals to management, detailing process improvements and project status.
- ✓Coordinate the introduction of new products into manufacturing, including developing process documentation and training staff.
- ✓Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive innovation in the manufacturing process.
- ✓Supervise contractors and manage strategic responsibilities, including budgets and providing guidance on long-term energy efficiency.
- ✓Oversee the development and maintenance of a Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM) program.
- ✓Oversee grounds maintenance (sewage plant, landscaping, parking lot, drainage, lighting, etc.) and facility-wide housekeeping operations.
- ✓Oversee, manage, and coordinate all construction projects with project managers, engineers, and architects.
- ✓Assist maintenance staff in troubleshooting complex machinery failures.
- ✓Coordinate with local government agencies to obtain building and occupancy permits.
- ✓Perform additional duties as required by management
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
- ✓5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
- ✓1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
requirements
while adapting to future demands. Power & Thermal Management industry-leading brands include Approved Networks, Raritan, Server Technology, Starline, Ortronics, Kratos Industries, and ZPE Systems.
Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.
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Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join the Power & Thermal Management division in Lebanon, TN . Be part of something new. Our Lebanon, TN facility represents the next chapter of Starline's growth journey, featuring a modern manufacturing environment, advanced technologies, and exceptional opportunities for career development within Legrand's growing Power & Thermal Management Division.
The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing processes and building functions. This role involves optimizing production workflows, enhancing product quality, planning maintenance work, and supervising manufacturing engineering and facilities staff.
- •Supervise and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers and facility technicians, providing guidance and support to achieve departmental goals.
- •Develop and implement manufacturing processes and workflows that optimize efficiency, quality, and safety.
- •Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, maintenance, and engineering, to address engineering challenges and improve overall operations.
- •Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
- •Lead continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- •Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
- •Ability to lead cross-functional teams with diverse backgrounds and skill sets.
- •Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- •Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tools, and technologies.
- •Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- •Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Personal Qualities/Behaviors
- •This position involves work in manufacturing areas where, in certain locations, personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and hearing protection are required.
- •Ability to stand, bend, and walk for extended periods.
- •Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.
- •This position involves exposure to heights of more than 10 feet above the ground.
- •This position involves exposure to confined spaces
Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.
Trusted by the world’s largest hyperscalers, Legrand's Power & Thermal Management division helps operators manage the critical infrastructure that powers modern data centers. Through a portfolio of best-in-class brands spanning power, cooling, connectivity, management, and supporting infrastructure, we enable customers to deploy, operate, and scale high-density environments. Combining deep domain expertise with a customizable design approach and dedicated support services, we help customers build and operate resilient infrastructure that meets current performance