**Purpose of Position** The Focus Factory Manager position is a critical leadership role within Veeder-Root’s Altoona manufacturing facility. This role directs all activities of a high-performance factory utilizing lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous and significant improvements in key operational metrics including safety, quality, delivery, inventory and productivity. A Focus Factory Manager sets direction based on customer delivery requirements and drives his/her team to meet these requirements. They are responsible for all activities within the focus factory (-ies) that impact the success of the Company and customer satisfaction. **Key Responsibilities** • Ensure a safe working environment for all associates and drive to eliminate any environmental, health, and safety incidents. • Manages the activities of the Factory Production Supervisor(s) to include people leadership and career development. • Influences other operationally critical roles including Manufacturing Engineer(s), Material Planner(s), and Production Planners. • Identify, implement, and track both long- and short-term strategies that ensure positive results in the areas of financial performance, manufacturing excellence, materials management, and inventory control. • Determine and monitor the overall resource capacity (personnel and equipment) for the focus factory and set priorities to maintain production expectations. • Lead regular strategic and operational reviews for the factory. Drive results and effective countermeasures for misses to the plan in all areas, with particular emphasis on Safety and Quality. • Responsible for department budget development and performance. • Maintain good employee relations and adherence to labor contract provisions, takes proper and judicious disciplinary measures when required, assists supervisors in handling first-step grievances, and conducts second-step meetings. • Responsible for successfully leading the launch of new product introductions and projects into the factory. • Maintain and enforce adherence to all Company policies and safety standards. • Management and organizational development of salaried employees within team. • Responsible for driving continuous improvement utilizing VBS (Vontier Business System) principles. Active participation and leadership on continuous improvement teams (kaizens). • Assures efficient and economical utilization of materials, improvement of manufacturing processes and elimination of wasteful practices within the department. • Stimulates maximum efficiency and productivity of supervisors and production workers. **Background and Skills** • This position requires a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a leadership role in Operations (previous direct supervision of production associates preferred). • Bachelor’s degree required. Technical discipline preferred. • Prior experience in front line supervision highly desired. • Proven track record of driving for results and continuous improvement. • Prior experience utilizing Lean / Six Sigma tools desired. Vontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 15 days each year, 12 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays), and paid sick leave.* **Disclaimer:** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant’s geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. **WHO IS GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT** Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems. **WHO IS VONTIER** Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies. Our smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry. With decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at www.vontier.com **At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.** Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future. Join our community of passionate people working together to navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and support you need to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally. **Together, let’s power the way the world moves!** "Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law."