The Plant Manager role is strategic and people-driven and will lead all aspects of manufacturing operations within our facility. This role is responsible for driving performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and team culture. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in Lean Manufacturing, a commitment to developing people, and a passion for operational excellence.
As Plant Manager, you will play a key role in executing our Lean Operating System and ensuring alignment with company goals and values, including our key behaviors of: People First, We Work Together, and We Learn and Grow.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelors degree in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management or a related field. (Masters preferred). Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar experience preferred.
Experience: 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including 3+ years as a Plant or Operations Manager, with a proven track record of implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing principles. Brings strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with the ability to lead through influence, set clear expectations, and hold teams accountable. Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and quality systems, with a consistent focus on driving operational excellence. Experienced in identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing safer, more efficient practices across operations. Demonstrated success in managing, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams, and skilled in using the Choosing By Advantages (CBA) decision-making methodology. ERP systems experience is preferred.
Travel:Up to 15% depending on business needs
Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide leadership and vision for plant operations, driving a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Inspire and develop leaders across Production, Materials, Quality and Engineering.
- Delivering key business results in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.
- Drive Operational Excellence through Lean tools, systems thinking and problem-solving.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, HR, Finance, and Supply Chain to support business objectives
- Champion our Key Behaviors: People First, We Work Together, and We Learn and Grow.
- Monitor KPIs and take proactive steps to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and drive customer satisfaction
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards
- Act as a change agentdriving strategic initiatives and fostering a culture of ownership, learning, and innovation
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employees ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
