Plant Manager - BrainerdPerks & Benefits of working at Lexington:- Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Employer HSA contributions
- PTO & paid holiday upon hire
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Profit Sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Monthly activities and events
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee recognition programs with complimentary meals
About the role:The Plant Manager serves as a senior manufacturing leader accountable for manufacturing operations across one, or more, facilities/buildings ensuring consistency in performance, leadership practices and operational standards. The Plant Manager leads by example and achieves results by developing high-performing teams focused on safety, quality, customer satisfaction, employee well-being, and sustainable growth.
- Operational Excellence
- Lead all aspects of plant operations to achieve best-in-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity, including key metrics such as RIR, CoQ, OPPM, labor utilization, efficiency, and OTIF.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement to consistently meet customer and business objectives.
- Execute manufacturing priorities aligned with site strategy and objectives established by the General Manager
- Operational Discipline & Controls
- Ensure adherence to all established transactional processes, procedures, and internal controls.
- Maintain high level of transactional accuracy in the ERP system to facilitate accurate inventories and process compliance.
- high inventory accuracy through disciplined cycle count practices and process compliance.
- Monitor operational performance and escalate risks, constraints, or deviations from plan to the General Manager with recommended actions
- Financial & Resource Management
- Develop, manage, and recommend departmental budgets aligned with operational and strategic goals.
- Ensure staffing levels meet production capacity requirements while remaining within approved headcount and budget targets.
- Talent Development & Workforce Leadership
- Ensure timely completion of all required and scheduled training for plant personnel.
- Develop and maintain individual development plans for all direct reports, supporting performance improvement, capability building, and succession planning.
- Oversee workforce planning, including the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and retention of plant employees.
- Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness
- Demonstrate and reinforce the organization's Leader Competencies by exercising strategic thinking, leading and motivating others, driving disciplined execution, developing talent, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve business objectives.
Job Requirements:- Education: Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field preferred). Equivalent or greater experience will be accepted instead of a formal degree.
- Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated success in a manufacturing leadership role, utilizing a servant-leadership approach. Preference given to candidates with experience overseeing multiple departments, production lines, or locations. Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated effectiveness in delegation, employee development, and leadership elevation. Strong working knowledge and application of Lean manufacturing principles. Experience managing operations in a dynamic, fast-paced, or growing production environment.
- Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.
- Physical and Mental Demands:
- Must be able to stand for 8-12 hours. (Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching)
- Must be able to withstand repetitive movements.
- Working Environment:
- Due to loud noise and dust levels, hearing and eye protection are required.
- The conditions and materials used may be dirty.
- The warehouse environment may have varied hot and cold temperatures.
- Must be able to tolerate some weather-related heat and/or humidity.
- Must be able to tolerate some paint smells.
If you are eager to join a company that values its employees, provides opportunities for growth, and contributes to making a difference in the world, then Lexington Manufacturing is the place for you. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team!
