The Operations Manager provides full leadership and accountability for all plant operations, including safety, production, quality, maintenance, engineering, environmental compliance, and cost performance. This role drives a culture of extreme ownership, zero injuries, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while ensuring manufacturing objectives, budgets, and workforce plans are achieved. The Plant Manager develops and executes short- and long-term operating strategies, leads and develops leaders at all levels, and ensures adherence to company policies, labor standards, and safety regulations to deliver efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective operations. Pay is $125k - $160k based on experience. Key Responsibilities • Direct and plan maintenance operations to maximize equipment uptime and production. • Develop an effective machinery maintenance program, including preventive and predictive maintenance. • Maintain close observation over maintenance operations, providing guidance concerning proper maintenance methods. • Oversee the development and operation of maintenance data systems, delay reporting, inventory control, equipment history, and maintenance cost tracking. • Maintain an attitude of extreme ownership over all plant operations, safety and performance. • Drive for no injuries through communication, training and leadership by example. • Develop, establish, and administer short- and long-term manufacturing and operating plans to meet established goals and objectives. • Ensure adherence to established manufacturing plans and policies. • Participate with the development and administration of plans for Maintenance, Plant Engineering and Environmental. • Ensure adherence to established plans and policies. • Coordinate and expedite manufacturing operations including such matters as production scheduling, engineering, procurement, production operations, tooling and maintenance. • Employ proper motivating techniques and delegate appropriate authority to department managers to accomplish goals and objectives. • Maintain supervision over production operations, coordinating with Maintenance, Plant Engineering and Environmental. • Maintain conformance with budget, and proper utilization of personnel, equipment, and facilities. • Counsel, coach and develop supervisors and nonexempt associates. • Ensure that all departments follow established guidelines for safety, production, quality, and environmental quality. • Optimize production schedules and meet quality and cost standards. • Maximize production efficiency and continuously seek to reduce the cost of operations by developing new and refining current processes and utilizing the work force more efficiently. • Oversee and direct the preparation of operating budgets for plant departments. • Administer budgets and monitor budget compliance during the business year, taking appropriate corrective action in the event of a budget variance. • Oversee and coordinate various programs and functions which are essential to the manufacturing process, such as safety, training, housekeeping, wage and salary administration, and plant protection and security. • Maintain an adequate workforce to fulfill production requirements. • Participate in the interview process for management positions as necessary. • Lead and pursue strategies to enhance associate morale and maintain union-free environment and to maximize production efficiency. • Oversee efforts which ensure conformance with Company work rules and regulations. • Oversee efforts which encourage the use of safety equipment and devices while encouraging proper housekeeping to produce a safe work environment. • Coach associates to eliminate hazardous conditions and work practices. • Maintain awareness of improved operational methods, production processes, or equipment which improve quality and productivity and reduce waste. • Oversee installation or modification of equipment via Plant Engineering and Maintenance responsibilities. Why You'll Love Working for Us: • Wellness Programs and access to Worksite Wellness Center, including family members. • Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision coverages. • Insurance: Life, Supplemental Life, Short and Long-Term Disability. • 401(K) Match • Paid Vacation and Holidays • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • PPE allowances What We Need From You: • Bachelor's in business administration or engineering or equivalent. • Seven to ten years of experience. • Proficiency in Excel. • Excellent root cause/corrective action and problem-solving skills • Good written and verbal communication skills As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full-time employment can be a powerful step toward long-term success. To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com