Division Manager Jobs in California

A Division Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for overseeing and managing the operations of a specific division within the organization. They monitor the production process, set production goals, establish policies and procedures, and ensure these are followed. Moreover, they are responsible for budgeting, scheduling, and maintaining a high level of quality in all products. They also play a vital role in strategic planning, coordinating with other division managers, and reporting to higher management.

For a successful career as a Division Manager, an individual must possess excellent leadership and communication skills, decision-making ability, and a thorough knowledge of the manufacturing process. They should also have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, or a related field is typically required, and a Master's degree or professional certification like Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) can be beneficial. Prior roles that can lead to this position include Production Supervisor, Operations Manager or Plant Manager.

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Ready Mix Plant Manager

  • CalPortland
  • Vernon, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Vernon, CA
  • 26 days ago

The Ready-Mix Plant Manager works closely with the batch men and drivers in overseeing ready-mix plant production, operations and site facilities. This individual is responsible for planning and...

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Plant Manager Manufacturing

  • AppleOne
  • Fresno, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Job Summary We are recruiting for an experienced Plant Manager Manufacturing professional to lead full-site operational performance for manufacturing operations in Fresno, CA. This direct hire...

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Front Line Manufacturing Manager - Upstream Bulk Drug Substance - Days

  • Amgen
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 1 day ago

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all...

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Supervisor, Manufacturing - (IGIV Bulk)

  • Grifols SA
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24-hour, 7-day plant operation....

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Senior Lab Operations Manager, DeepMind

  • Google
  • San Bruno, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bruno, CA
  • 1 day ago

Take the "wild west" of a Research and Development lab and instill rigorous 5S and Lean methodologies....

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Senior Operations Manager - GMP & Workplace Services

  • Jones Lang LaSalle
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We...

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Supervisor - Manufacturing

  • Tropicana Brands Group
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 1 day ago

About Tropicana Brands Group The launch of Tropicana Brands Group represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and up-and-coming brands in the juice category, including...

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Director, Manufacturing

  • Stryker
  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago

Work Flexibility: Onsite The Director, Manufacturing will lead and manage the manufacturing business in the Oak Canyon facility. In partnership with the Peripheral Vascular (PV) leadership team,...

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Plant Manager

  • Zausner Foods Corporation
  • Visalia, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Visalia, CA
  • 2 days ago

What You Must Know | Education & Experience Degree in manufacturing or equivalent 5 - 10 years Plant Management experience with demonstrated increasingly responsible management experience....

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Manufacturing Manager

  • DJ Acquisition Management Corp
  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to manage and direct operational activities of the manufacturing facility. This position coordinates employees engaged in production as well as the...

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Plant Supervisor

  • Baker Commodities
  • Kerman, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Kerman, CA
  • 4 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description A self starter with the leadership skills to take charge of plant and maintenance responsibilities while directing a diverse multicultural work force safely...

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Plant Manager

  • Veritiv
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 4 days ago

Job Purpose: Job Responsibilities: Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications: Ability to lead a corrugated manufacturing facility as the primary operational authority on site. Ability to apply...

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Operations Supervisor, Manufacturing

  • Stryker Corporation
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago

Work Flexibility: Onsite What you will do: Stryker is hiring an Operation Supervisor, Manufacturing. This role will support our Peripheral Vascular (PV division) and is an onsite role in Irvine,...

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Operations Supervisor, Manufacturing (2nd Shift)

  • Stryker Corporation
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago

Work Flexibility: Onsite What you will do: Stryker is hiring an Operation Supervisor, Manufacturing (2nd Shift). This role will support our Peripheral Vascular (PV division) and is an onsite role...

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Plant Director

  • See's Candies, Inc.
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Ensure plant operations are compliant with applicable collective bargaining agreements....

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Salary for Division Manager Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Division Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.3%
Master's Degree
21.7%
High School or GED
18.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Division Managers in California
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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