Plant Manager

Avancez•Hazel Park, MI

12d

About The Position

Lead and manage the entire Android production operation within the customer-centric unit, including materials management, assembly, shipping, quality control, maintenance, and manufacturing engineering. Develop and administer policies and guidelines for manufacturing operations, ensuring objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost are met. Develop and promote human-resource bench strength across all levels of the production operation. The Plant Manager leads and develops the leadership team, plans and directs manufacturing activities, and is accountable for plant staffing, performance, and continuous improvement. The role drives lean manufacturing, policy deployment, compliance, safety, and customer-focused performance, and works with the Sales Team on quoting and new-business development. Travel of 25% or less is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, or Engineering.
At least 5 years of experience in increasingly complex management positions.
At least 10 years of experience in the automotive industry.
In-depth knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvements.
Ability to translate progressive operating techniques into practical applications and results.
Broad knowledge of manufacturing financial principles.
Strong logical and analytical skills to resolve complex or unusual business problems.
Action-oriented and innovative approach to leading manufacturing operations.
Knowledge of plant department functions and roles to facilitate overall plant synergy.
Demonstrated leadership ability and use of teamwork.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills to interface with and motivate team members at all levels.
Ability to mentor and teach team members effective problem-solving methods for plant and customer issues.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
Willingness to travel 25% or less.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Management (MBA).

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and mentor the leadership team and equip its members to lead, coach, and mentor their direct reports.
Plan, coordinate, and direct overall Android manufacturing activities, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery across plant operations.
Maintain appropriate plant staffing levels to meet budgeted financial performance.
Use Android KPIs to track, monitor, and implement improvement activities related to the plant business plan, goals, and issues.
Drive lean manufacturing through required operating procedures, standardized work instructions, and job safety analysis.
Implement policy deployment to improve plant performance metrics and meet or exceed customer expectations, including productivity and cost-reduction goals.
Develop, drive, and support plant activities to maintain IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 compliance and achieve customer awards and quality registrations.
Lead the plant safety committee; assign EHS responsibilities and hold direct reports accountable for following safety procedures and properly placing and using safety devices.
Work with the Sales Team to provide input on quoting and new-business development, including pricing, program management, and plant capacity.
Maintain high standards for plant layout by applying 5S and PFEP.
Ensure the plant adheres to Android policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.