Plant Manager

About the role

This position serves as the Plant Manager for a flagship location in a fast-growing, customer-centered organization focused on remanufacturing automotive lights. The role involves leading a team of approximately 60+ individuals in fulfilling customer orders while promoting sustainable manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for fulfilling customer orders, while championing sustainable manufacturing practices that reduce waste and extend product life cycles.
• Drive operational excellence through a process-driven approach, emphasizing product knowledge, quality standards, and a customer-first mindset.
• Manage facility operations to ensure optimal inventory levels, efficient workflows, and appropriate staffing aligned with the operational plan and P&L objectives.
• Install urgency and accountability across the team to meet and exceed performance targets through clearly defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Champion continuous improvement by applying continuous improvement methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Foster a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring the facility meets Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and company standards while providing a clean, hazard-free environment for all team members.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and lead the implementation of best-in-class inventory management practices.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration, leveraging strong communication and soft skills to coach, develop, and retain top talent.
• Embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging innovation and ownership at every level of the operation.
• Demonstrate a passion for quality in every aspect of operations, from product handling to customer delivery.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience, managing teams of 60+ in a manufacturing or operations setting.
• Proven success in managing budget and using KPIs to drive performance and continuous improvement.
• Strong operational expertise in manufacturing environments.
• Exceptional communication and soft skills, with the ability to lead, influence, and inspire.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into actionable strategies.
• A natural curiosity and drive to challenge the status quo, continuously seeking better ways to serve customers and improve operations.
• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Experience with increasing production in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions, and temperature variation and able to access all areas of the building without limitations.

Benefits

TERREPOWER offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. We also provide professional development opportunities and a supportive, collaborative work environment.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.