Plant Manager - Automotive

Plant ManagerFast-paced automotive supplier, positioned for growth, is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee production, maintenance, quality and materials. Daily you will work within an eager, driven team and report directly to the VP of Operations. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:Drive the Vision: Develop and execute high-level manufacturing business plans and budgets that align with total company strategy.Optimize Operations: Lead all production, maintenance, quality, and materials departments to ensure every objective is met with precision and cost-efficiency.Master Planning: Revolutionize plant activities through sophisticated planning and coordination with department managers to ensure all manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely manner.Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of constant refinement by implementing cost-effective systems of control over capital and operating costs.Visual Communication & Standards: Elevate plant organization and cleanliness programs, utilizing visual communication to maintain a world-class manufacturing environment.Champion Quality: Set the gold standard for performance, monitoring plant-wide production and quality metrics to ensure we never settle for "good enough."Modernize & Maintain: Keep the facility at the cutting edge by managing equipment upgrades, replacements, and facility adjustments.Empower People: Serve as a mentor and leader, providing the training and support necessary to help the team reach its full potential while fostering a positive, collaborative culture.Ensure Integrity: Act as a Corporate Governance Officer and Managing Committee Member, ensuring all activities meet legal and regulatory standards.Candidates should enjoy working in a team environment, have the ability to coach and mentor their team while creating critical floor "buy-in," be able to build rapport with their staff quickly, have eagerness and high energy. The company offers competitive medical, dental and vision benefits available day one of employment, as well as 401K (100% vested after 90 days), paid holidays and shutdown, tuition reimbursement and paid vacation. This position is eligible for a car and phone stipend.Requirements for the Plant Manager:Minimum of a high school diploma; a degree is highly preferredAt least five years of similar plant management experience, working in fast-paced, mass production manufacturing environmentsExperience overseeing direct and indirect reports, with oversight of at least 150 individualsExperience overseeing multiple facets of operations, including production and other areas, such as quality, maintenance, engineering, materials, etc.Experience overseeing non-union workforcesExperience with machine guarding and safetyProven track record of continuous improvementsExperience managing budgets and P&LWorking knowledge of ERP systemsMicrosoft Office, including ExcelReasons to work for this organization: Medical, dental and vision GREAT medical perks available day one of employment Stable organization in the automotive industry, with new business coming in 2027 The opportunity to lead CI activities International organization Additional perks - car and phone stipend Potential future advancement opportunities