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Workcell Manager I (Manufacturing)



At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

 

How Will You Make an Impact?

As a Workcell Manager I, you will lead a cross-functional team to deliver operational excellence and continuous improvement across manufacturing activities. You'll ensure customer satisfaction, drive profitability, and help align business strategy with team performance—all while cultivating a strong team culture and ensuring high-quality standards.

What Will You Do?

Leadership & Team Management

  • Drive a high-performing team by identifying staffing needs and collaborating with Functional Managers.

  • Develop team capabilities through ongoing coaching and mentoring.

  • Establish and monitor team and individual performance goals aligned with operational metrics.

  • Provide feedback to Functional Managers on team performance and contribution.

  • Promote team recognition and a positive, achievement-driven work culture.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Maintain open communication across workcell teams and with leadership.

  • Serve as the liaison between the Business Unit and Operations.

  • Adapt communication style to match audience needs and promote collaboration.

Business Strategy & Operational Oversight

  • Align workcell objectives with campus strategic direction.

  • Define and execute customer-focused strategies.

  • Regularly update senior leadership on workcell performance and strategic progress.

Financial Management

  • Partner with Business Unit Manager to develop and manage monthly forecasts.

  • Monitor and reduce costs by streamlining systems and eliminating non-value-added activities.

  • Track cost trends and suggest improvements to increase value.

Technical & Process Management

  • Train teams on performance metrics and continuous improvement principles.

  • Monitor workcell performance and analyze trends to identify improvement opportunities.

  • Oversee the efficiency of procedures and ensure non-redundancy.

  • Support best practice sharing across Jabil sites.

  • Lead or support process changes, resource needs, and new initiatives.

How Will You Get Here?

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.

  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Strong leadership and team development skills.

  • Excellent communication, coaching, and mentoring capabilities.

  • Solid understanding of operational metrics, lean manufacturing, and process improvement.

  • Strong analytical and financial acumen (forecasting, cost reduction, variance analysis).

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Jabil-specific software platforms.

  • Ability to navigate and lead in fast-paced, change-driven environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in electronics manufacturing or high-mix/low-volume production environments.

  • Familiarity with Jabil's systems, metrics, and operational models.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
  • 401K match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Annual Base Pay Increase 
  • Community Volunteer Opportunities

 

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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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