Plant Manager

Nidec Motor Corporation • East Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire plant operations, ensuring efficient production, maintaining high-quality standards, safeguarding workplace safety, and implementing 3Q6S practices to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager)
• Proven track record of successfully improving efficiency
• Demonstrated experience implementing Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget and cost management
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office
• Solid experience of leading a team (~100 people)
• English mandatory.

Nice To Haves

• Other language skills are helpful

Responsibilities

• Enforce workplace safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and optimize resource utilization
• Lead and manage daily plant operations to meet production targets in terms of volume, cost, and delivery schedule
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and operational uptime is maximized
• Ensure compliance with company and customer quality standards across all production processes
• Address and resolve quality issues promptly using root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing and 3Q6S principles to optimize workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and other operational excellence tools to improve plant performance
• Collaborate with the supply chain and procurement teams to ensure a smooth flow of materials and parts
• Manage inventory levels (raw materials, WIP, finished goods)
• Develop and manage the plant’s annual operating budget, analyze production data and financial reports to control costs, and take continuous improvement actions
• Ensure strict compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations
• Manage environmental programs, including waste disposal and sustainability initiatives
• Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performance work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager