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Plant Manager
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The Plant Manager leads the site as general manager of a Tier 1 automotive supplier, owning P&L and operational excellence. They drive lean manufacturing, business development support, leadership coaching, and performance metrics.
About this role
Plant Manager
Tier 1 Automotive Supplier and Industry Leader
As the site leader, the Plant Manager is responsible for driving the P&L of the facility through operational excellence and contemporary tools (Lean/Six Sigma) as well as creating a motivating culture and teamwork environment.
This position is responsible for the leadership and performance of the business and will execute the strategic operational functions of the facility, as well as:
• Lead, apply, and teach lean manufacturing processes and diagnostic metrics
• Participate in business development calls on existing and potential customers
• Provide coaching to other leaders so that they may effectively assist in business operations and management efforts
• Drive to improve the business performance of key service lines
• Identify, lead, and execute on key business process initiatives in order to support operational performance
• Monitor legislative activity and anticipate business impact
• Monitor product / technology / industry trends and anticipate business impact
• Identify and execute on key training areas for local leadership and professional teams
• Identify and track all key performance and operations metrics for the facility
• Develop and manage business plans with particular focus on operational efficiencies, margin cultivation, and facility income
• Aggressively pursue material and expense reduction
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- 7 + years of manufacturing experience
- 3+ years of administrative/operational supervisory experience
- Self-Starter and driven
- Strong communication skills
- Lean/Six Sigma knowledge
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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