Manufacturing Manager Jobs in Defiance, OH (NOW HIRING)

Overview
Classification:Non-Exempt
Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range:Hourly
Reports to: 1st Manufacturing Manager
Date: 06/25/2026
Marine Assembly
Who We Are:
Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.
Why We are Different:
At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members' unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.
What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Marine Assembly
Under the direction of the Team Lead, the incumbent is responsible for building windshields that are free from defect and adhere to expected quality specifications
Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Runs power/air tools and utilizes drivers/mallets, on a precision basis for the purpose of building window systems.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Identifies mechanical and/or quality problems to proper department.
• Performs all job functions adhering to established safety standards and always maintains safe practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Any combination of education is equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Ability to effectively read and communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and capacity to accurately read measuring devices (i.e. tape measure, calipers, etc) and to ensure all parts conform to specifications.
• Knowledge of blueprint reading with ability to identify reference marks for purposes of maintaining accurate parts or modifying those that may not meet the specified standards.
• Knowledge of part numbers as detailed in blueprints.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds, twenty-five (25) to thirty (30) times per day.
• Ability to work with a variety of tools.

DIFFICULTY OF WORK
The ability and understanding to make practical and consistent decisions, with product and personnel, is essential to the function. Employees must possess the ability to follow verbal and written instructions to interpret technical guides as well as maintain practical knowledge of tools and shipping and receiving procedures.
RESPONSIBILITY
Incumbent is responsible for following general directions given by Manufacturing Manager and Team Leader. Work is reviewed for adherence to instruction and overall quality. A high degree of accuracy is required to ensure on time deliveries, incoming and outgoing. Errors in the following instructions will result in incorrect and late shipments and customer dissatisfaction.
PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS
Incumbent has contact with other plant employees. The purposes of these contacts are to exchange information regarding specific standards to maintain production standards and goals.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a typical, comfortable, well-lit, production environment. Work may consist of times requiring some decision making in the application of appropriate methods necessary to make parts fit. Frequent heavy lifting and repeated twisting of parts in unusual ways, however, may require an individual who possesses the agility and stamina to perform work.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manufacturing Manager
SUPERVISION This position does not supervise anyone.
HOURS: Monday-Thursday; 5:00am-3:00pm
Work Authorization/Security Clearance: Must be able to pass EVerify.
AAP/EEO Statement:
Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.
Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Runs power/air tools and utilizes drivers/mallets, on a precision basis for the purpose of building window systems.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Identifies mechanical and/or quality problems to proper department.
• Performs all job functions adhering to established safety standards and always maintains safe practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Requirements

• Any combination of education is equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Ability to effectively read and communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and capacity to accurately read measuring devices (i.e. tape measure, calipers, etc) and to ensure all parts conform to specifications.
• Knowledge of blueprint reading with ability to identify reference marks for purposes of maintaining accurate parts or modifying those that may not meet the specified standards.
• Knowledge of part numbers as detailed in blueprints.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds, twenty-five (25) to thirty (30) times per day.
• Ability to work with a variety of tools.

Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement
Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.
Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
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