Client
Our client specializes in low-volume/high-mix metal manufacturing for OEMs across a wide range of industries, including commercial vehicles, construction, powersports, agriculture, and defense. They deliver customized, high-quality metal components and assemblies to meet the diverse and complex needs of their customers.
We're looking for an experienced and results-driven Plant Manager who is a hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership across production, quality, safety, and compliance functions
- Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and meet performance goals
- Oversee plant budgeting, financial controls, and cost management
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
- Lead cross-functional teams and large-scale projects to support business objectives
- Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve plant operations
- Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
- Strong understanding of plant operations, financial management, and regulatory compliance
- Ability to lead change, motivate teams, and drive performance
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Location
Ferndale, MI area (Onsite)
Compensation
Base Salary + Bonus + 401K + Full Medical, Dental, Vision + Tuition Reimbursement + Additional Benefits.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement plant policies and goals that support overall business objectives
- Lead and coordinate departments including quality, materials, manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance to ensure smooth and efficient operations
- Review and manage budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining performance
- Monitor daily plant activities and production metrics to ensure schedules, quality, and budget goals are met
- Work closely with leadership teams to adjust plans based on operational or sales performance
- Oversee key programs such as employee training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, and plant security
- Plan for staffing and equipment needs to support production demands
- Enforce company policies and ensure compliance with workplace rules and procedures
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of experience as a Manufacturing Leader in a Low-Volume/High-Mix, Metals Manufacturing environment (ideally Heavy Truck, Commercial Vehicle, Off-Highway)
- Strong understanding of production processes, efficiency, and productivity standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working across teams
- Hands-on technical knowledge of manufacturing systems and operations
- Proven leadership and team development skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Solid analytical skills to support data-driven decision-making
