Plant Manager

Tasks

• Directs and coordinates activities of industrial organization to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations and maximize profits.
• Covers production costs and product quality, and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of division.
• Reviews operations of competing organizations and plans and directs sales program to develop new markets.
• Directs preparation of accounting records, recommends budgets to management, and plans, develops and implements organization policies and goals.
• Analyzes division or department budget requests to identify areas in which reductions can be made, and allocates operating budget.
• Directs preparation of directives to division or department administrator outlining policy, program, or operations changes to be implemented.
• Coordinates economic production in due time and in good quality.
• Representation of the plant within the Brose Group and outside.
• Develops the annual budget and resource planning and controls the observance of the plan.
• Participation in the middle- and long-term business planning of the Brose Group.
• Develops regulations for and ensures compliance with Health and Safety and Environmental procedures and is proactive in the development of a safe working environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years in a quality or production engineering role, plus 3 years leading a team.
• Project management and implementation of new products.
• Knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques gained within the automotive industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of production planning and control.
• Evidence of leadership and team building skills.
• Good communication / inter-personal skills.