Plant Manager / Site Manager

Bose Corporation•Binghamton, NY

84d•$117,600 - $161,775•Onsite

About The Position

Anchored by McIntosh and Sonus faber – two iconic brands celebrated for their exceptional sound, heritage, and artistry – Bose Corporation’s Luxury Audio Business Unit is dedicated to bringing unparalleled listening experiences to life. Our brands design products that are coveted for their performance, admired for their craftsmanship, and sought after for delivering rich, meaningful sound wherever people listen – at home, in the car, and on the go. We’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible as we define the future of high-end audio. If you’re passionate about music and excited to reach new heights in luxury audio, we’d love to hear from you. Plant Manager/Site Leader is responsible for overseeing the entire site production process including safety, quality, supply chain, manufacturing, scheduling, and inventory control. This leader ensures the plant meets safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement goals. As the site’s top executive, this role plays a pivotal role in developing a high-performance team and culture aligned with company values, customer expectations, and lean manufacturing principles. This leader needs to be action oriented, providing guidance to the team, monitoring progress, ensuring the vision and strategies are being followed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership, with 5+ years in plant or site management.
Strong background in quality management systems, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence.
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional team management and people development.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Certification (Green/Black Belt)
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE etc.)
Familiarity with global supply chain operations
Change management and organizational development skills
Experience implementing new MRP/ERP systems
Experience in circuit boards, sheet metal forming, painting, printing, silk screening and hand assembly
Experience in high mix/low volume environment

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet customer demand.
Oversee materials management, warehousing, and logistics to ensure timely delivery.
Drive throughput improvements while maintaining targets.
Ensure the highest product quality standards are maintained.
Implement and monitor quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other applicable industry standards).
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Promote a quality-first culture across the site.
Serve as the senior-most leader on-site, accountable for plant performance.
Action oriented approach that aids the team in activities and provides clear direction and mentorship.
Develop and mentor a strong leadership team across all departments.
Align plant objectives with corporate strategic goals.
Champion continuous improvement and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.
Cascade corporate strategy and drive execution messaging to all employees
Pro-actively monitor and adjust to indicators of employee engagement.
Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Foster a safe working environment and zero-injury culture.
Support the implementation of safety programs, audits, and training initiatives.
Develop, manage, and control plant budgets and cost structures.
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs).
Identify and drive cost savings and productivity improvement opportunities.
Act as a key point of contact for customer visits, audits, and relationships.
Collaborate with supply chain and procurement to ensure supplier quality and reliability.