Operations (Plant) Director

About the role

Lead and build U.S. operations, including manufacturing, supply chain, and quality, ensuring operational excellence, plant launch start-up & success, and alignment with global standards.

Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership: Build and lead U.S. operations across manufacturing, supply chain, and quality; translate global strategy into regional execution.
• Plant Launch & Management: Develop a manufacturing site from the ground up and drive performance in productivity, cost, and efficiency.
• Supply Chain Execution: Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring continuity, supplier performance, and reliable delivery.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards.
• Program Launch: Support industrialization and successful launch of new products and technologies in the U.S.
• Financial Performance: Own P&L, manage budgets and capex, and drive cost, margin, and operational improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience within an automotive OEM and/or supplier manufacturing environment.
• Proven success leading plant operations with responsibility for production, quality, supply chain, safety, and overall site performance.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, operational excellence, and supply chain management.
• Experience launching, scaling, or ramping up new manufacturing operations strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and drive results in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Experience working effectively within global and matrixed organizations.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Equal opportunities employer.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Health and wellness programs.

Pay

• Salary range: $150,000 - $200,000 per year.

Schedule

• Full-time position.

Contact

If you have any additional questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Allison Rechtzigel: allison.rechtzigel@horse-powertrain.com