Manufacturing Manager at Pyrotek in Aurora, OH

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday! JOB DESCRIPTION At Pyrotek, manufacturing is more than production output — it’s about building strong teams, driving continuous improvement, and creating processes that deliver quality at scale. We’re looking for a Manufacturing Manager who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading people just as much as improving operations. This role is ideal for someone who can move seamlessly between the production floor and strategic planning conversations — a leader who understands manufacturing fundamentals, values collaboration, and knows how to build a culture of accountability, safety, and innovation. What You’ll Do As Manufacturing Manager, you’ll oversee daily manufacturing operations while helping shape the future of the facility through process improvements, workforce development, and operational excellence initiatives. You’ll: • Lead and support production teams across manufacturing operations • Drive safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance • Manage production planning, staffing, workflow, and equipment utilization • Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, and Quality teams • Champion Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives • Coach, develop, and mentor team members and frontline leadership • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, material flow, and manufacturing capabilities • Support innovation, new technologies, and operational growth initiatives • Use data, KPIs, and operational metrics to make informed business decisions • Help create a culture where communication, accountability, and teamwork matter QUALIFICATIONS What We’re Looking For We’re seeking a leader who combines operational expertise with strong people leadership. Preferred Background • Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field — or equivalent experience • Manufacturing leadership experience in a production environment • Experience with production scheduling, capacity planning, and workforce planning • Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience strongly preferred • Experience leading teams through change and continuous improvement initiatives • ERP system experience and strong analytical capabilities What Will Make You Successful • Strong floor presence and hands-on operational mindset • Ability to lead with humility, accountability, and integrity • Comfortable making decisions in a fast-moving manufacturing environment • Skilled communicator who can build trust across all levels of the organization • Passion for developing people and improving processes • Ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational execution Why Join Pyrotek? At Pyrotek, we believe strong manufacturing operations start with strong teams. We invest in people who want to grow, lead, innovate, and make an impact. You’ll join a collaborative environment where ideas are welcomed, safety comes first, and continuous improvement is part of everyday work. If you’re energized by manufacturing leadership, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams, we’d love to connect. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For a full summary of Pyrotek's benefit offerings, please click HERE. For a full job description, click HERE. Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. California residents please take a moment to review our California Resident Applicant Data Collection Notice