Sr. Manager - Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) Production

Who We Are

When you have a serious project that needs to be done, look no further than Tradestar. A leader in industrial craftsmanship. We innovate. We deliver.

Tradestar was started in the birthplace of modern water gel explosives. The company was the truck shop where IRECO Chemicals built the first bulk delivery systems for emulsion type commercial explosives. Over the last 50 years a lot has changed - technology, governments, world economies, the materials we use in our daily lives. But, one thing remains unchanged - our dedication to doing the best work in the world. We keep an old-fashioned attitude about work, and that is doing what needs to be done to deliver on our promise. More and more, that means relying on brilliant engineers and hardworking craftsmen working in tandem.

Join us in everything that's great about Tradestar: OUR culture, OUR values, OUR commitment to safety and most importantly our PEOPLE. This combination makes Tradestar a terrific place to work.

What You'll Do

As a Sr. Manager, you will lead the technical and operational execution of Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) assembly, and related manufacturing. The position translates released engineering requirements into controlled, repeatable shop-floor processes while ensuring tooling, materials, workmanship, staffing, and schedules supporting safe and efficient production. Other duties include:

• Partner with engineering, field services, and fleet teams to gather, understand, and analyze business requirements, translating them into technical specifications.

• Analyze newly implemented technology solutions to ensure they meet business requirements and collaborate with technical teams to design and deliver system architecture solutions.

• Oversee financial performance of manufacturing operations, analyzing key cost drivers, forecasting expenditures, and ensuring alignment with annual operating plans and profitability goals.

• Develop, improve, and maintain executable manufacturing processes, work instructions, labor standards, and production documentation for shop-floor use.

• Direct daily manufacturing operations through Managers, including labor allocation, capacity planning, workflow, schedule execution, and elevating escalations to GMs/ VP.

• Coordinate priorities and production risks with Product Management, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and other supporting functions.

• Establish and monitor performance indicators such as on-time delivery, schedule attainment, first-pass yield, labor efficiency, rework, scrap, and safety performance.

• Promote safe work practices and support equipment, facility, and capital planning for manufacturing growth.

• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning for manufacturing personnel.

• Engage directly with customers to gather feedback on products and identify opportunities for improvement.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent field; Master Degree Preferred

• 8+ years supervising personnel

• 10+ years working in discrete manufacturing environment

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing

• Experience managing a set budget and company P&L

• Ability to interpret and evaluate operating procedures and convey to employees

• Expert in operations management

• Detailed knowledge of HSE systems and processes

• Working knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements

• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer

• Paid vacation time + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Up to a 4% 401k match
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

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Tradestar Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.