Plant Manager (Automotive Industry)

About the role

The Plant Manager oversees all aspects of manufacturing processes, plans and directs the purchase, maintenance, and layout of equipment, and establishes workflow and assembly methods to maximize efficiency of manufacturing operations. Directs and monitors workforce utilization.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage plant operations for production and maintenance.
• Coordinate plant activities through planning with departmental managers to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Develop and control profits, plans, and budget.
• Implement cost-effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages, and salaries.
• Manage capital asset maintenance.
• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
• Control and minimize labor overtime and repair expenses.
• Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace or make adjustments when necessary.
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish company goals and objectives.
• Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
• Provide direction, development, and leadership to production supervisors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of manufacturing experience in a similar position.

Skills

• Strong customer service orientation (internal and external).
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical, creative, and collaborative problem solver.
• Strategic thinker and generator of ideas for advancing plant operations.
• Champion for continuous improvement in all personnel and processes.

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.