Digital Manufacturing Systems Manager

The Manager, Digital Manufacturing Systems leads the vision, strategy, and execution of Generac’s digital factory ecosystem. This role drives the adoption of manufacturing technologies including MES, connected worker solutions, industrial data platforms, and advanced analytics to improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.

This leader will partner across Operations, Engineering, and IT to build scalable digital solutions that enable real-time visibility, operational excellence, and the future of smart manufacturing.

Major Responsibilities: Digital Factory Strategy & Roadmap Own and advance the Digital Factory roadmap across manufacturing operations. Define scalable architectures for MES, connected worker technologies, data platforms, and analytics. Align digital initiatives with Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, and enterprise transformation goals. Manufacturing Execution & Digital Shop-Floor Enablement Partner with Operations and Industrial Engineering to digitize processes and improve shop-floor execution. Connected Worker & Human-Centered Design Implement technologies that enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Ensure digital tools are intuitive, effective, and adopted by frontline teams. Support digital capability development for operators and supervisors. Quality, Traceability & Closed-Loop Improvement Drive digital quality management including defect tracking, corrective actions, and issue resolution. Automate data collection and reporting to improve accuracy and speed. System Integration & Digital Architecture Lead integration of manufacturing systems with ERP, PLM, QMS, SCADA, PLC, and enterprise data platforms. Establish data standards that support analytics, AI, and automation initiatives. Automation & Industry 4.0 Enablement Collaborate with Engineering and IT/OT teams on robotics, connected equipments, and advanced controls. Build the digital foundation required for future Industry 4.0 initiatives. Governance, Change Management & Adoption Establish standards, governance, and best practices for digital manufacturing systems. Drive adoption through training, communication, and partnership with plant leadership. Team, Program & Vendor Leadership Lead and develop a team of digital manufacturing professionals. Manage external technology partners, vendors, and system integrators. Own program budgets, timelines, and project delivery.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years supporting manufacturing systems within a discrete manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production execution, and Lean principles. Experience leading cross-functional digital transformation or manufacturing systems initiatives. Experience with digital manufacturing platforms such as Tulip and Ignition. Knowledge of ISA-95 standards and manufacturing systems architecture. Experience supporting high-mix, configurable, or engineered-to-order manufacturing. Prior leadership experience managing technical or manufacturing-focused teams. Exposure to Industry 4,0, IioT, automation, and smart manufacturing technologies.