Manufacturing Manager – Pocatello Plant

Location: Pocatello, ID

Start Date: 2–3 weeks | Relocation Assistance Offered

Reports To: Plant Leadership

About Virginia Transformer

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-based manufacturer of custom-designed power transformers, delivering high-performance solutions to utility, industrial, and renewable energy sectors. Our Pocatello facility plays a key role in our operations, supporting core functions such as winding, stacking, assembly, and testing.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead key functional areas of our Pocatello plant. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations in various departments—such as winding, stacking, and assembly—while ensuring on-time delivery, quality compliance, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to drive team performance in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across multiple production areas (e.g., winding, stacking, assembly).
• Lead and develop a team of 50+ employees, including supervisors and hourly staff.
• Drive accountability for safety, quality, on-time delivery (95% OTD goal), and productivity.
• Conduct regular production meetings and take proactive steps to resolve bottlenecks or delays.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure workflow efficiency and issue resolution.
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and maintain product excellence.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations, standard operating procedures, and company policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, preferably in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
• Proven track record of leading large teams and driving operational performance.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience working in a metrics-driven environment with a focus on OTD, quality, and throughput.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on experience and market rates.
• Leadership opportunity at a major facility within a rapidly growing company.
• Stability, growth, and the chance to make a measurable impact in the power transformer industry.

If you're a results-driven manufacturing leader ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply and be a part of Virginia Transformer’s continued growth and success.