Plant Manager

About the role

This position serves as the Plant Manager for a flagship location focused on remanufacturing automotive lights. The role involves leading a team of approximately 60+ individuals, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and meeting performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for fulfilling customer orders, while promoting sustainable manufacturing practices.
• 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.
• Instill 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

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• 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.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%, with extensive travel required during the first 60 days for onboarding and training.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into actionable strategies.
• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Experience with increasing production in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Natural curiosity and drive to challenge the status quo, continuously seeking better ways to serve customers and improve operations.
• 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.

Skills

• Leadership and team management skills.
• Operational excellence and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Customer service and quality assurance.
• Inventory management and financial planning.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

TERREPOWER offers competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

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

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.