If you are a MANUFACTURING professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! This role will support the Professional Tools business at RIDGID Products in Orange, VA, which proudly produces RIDGID brand drain cleaning machines, cables, and tubing cutters. We are seeking a hands-on, problem-solver with proven leadership and people skills. If you consider these as your strengths, we want to talk with you!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead production supervisors (currently 3 on 1 st shift, 1 on 2 nd shift, and 2 on 3 rd shift); manufacturing departments include assembly for drain cleaning equipment and tubing cutters, painting, machining, and cable winding.
• Support Emerson's target culture of inclusion.
• Lead all aspects of the safety of all manufacturing employees and drive a strong safety culture.
• Partner with the Quality Manager to drive a strong focus on product quality.
• Run productivity through continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, training, accountability for DL efficiency, and reduced indirect labor.
• Be directly responsible for 5S by driving proper focus and a culture geared towards 5S.
• Drive strong focus and awareness regarding on-time delivery and monthly sales goals.
• Develop standardized work for improved training and control of our manufacturing processes.
• The core work schedule is a minimum of 6:30 - 3:30 to support all 3 shifts (1 st shift starts at 7:00 and 2 nd shift starts at 3:00). Weekend coverage may also be needed when there is Saturday or (rare) Sunday production.

Who You Are:

You report to the Plant Manager and lead a team of supervisors on 3 shifts. You improve the success of our manufacturing processes by partnering with other department heads to ensure strong safety, quality, productivity, and 5S. You establish clear responsibilities and processes for supervising work and measuring results. You form diverse teams to create a mix of styles, perspectives, and experiences. You optimally communicate in various settings: one-on-one, in small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You carefully consider all relevant factors and use appropriate decision-making criteria and principles.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 2- or 4-year college education preferred, ideally in an engineering or technical field of study - or equivalent experience
• Strong leadership and people skills.
• Must be a strong teammate.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and project management skills
• Positive demeanor dedicated to achieving results
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• A logical mentality with strong problem-solving skills
• Good computer skills

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Proven experience with manufacturing leadership and lean principles
• Ideally 5+ years of experience in manufacturing

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

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Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

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