Plant Manager

HyPro Inc•Rhinelander, WI

10h•Onsite

About The Position

HyPro is seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to lead our Rhinelander facility and shape the future of our manufacturing operations. This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement across the plant. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, inspires teams, and brings a strategic mindset to daily operations and long-term growth.

Requirements

Minimum seven (7) years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with at least three (3) years in a supervisory/management role.
Strong leadership and team management skills to inspire and motivate a team towards achieving goals and objectives.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions.
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, equipment and manufacturing processes, including assembly methods, machining, fabrication, and automation.
Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budgets.
Familiarity with quality management systems, such as ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data and metrics to drive process improvements and optimization.
Solid computer skills, including MS Office.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute plans to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the plant, including production planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and maintenance activities.
Manage plant budgets, monitor expenses, and prepare reports on plant performance, including productivity, quality, and safety metrics.
Analyze production data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
Develop manufacturing processes and procedures to optimize productivity and efficiency within the plant.
Determine personnel requirements, material, facility, tooling, and equipment needs.
Lead and motivate team members by providing guidance, mentoring, coaching, and training to ensure the team’s success.
Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to minimize cost and prevent operational delays.
Ensure the production lines run without interruptions, meet output targets, and exceed product standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (i.e., quality, engineering, maintenance) to ensure high quality, drive continuous improvement initiatives, solve operational issues, reduce waste, and improve overall operational efficiency.
Responsible for making process, system, and product improvements.
Manage plant floor layouts and work cell designs to optimize space, workflow, production values, and safety.
Resolve daily issues involving material outages, machine downtime, and operator performance.
Ability to influence policies, practices, and procedures.
Works with the Director of Manufacturing and Chief Operations Officer to manage the business division’s P&L to meet the company’s profitability and growth targets.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers, suppliers, etc.
Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards to maintain a safe and environmentally friendly work environment.
Manage and oversee the implementation of new equipment, technologies, and automation systems to enhance manufacturing capabilities and efficiency.
Provide technical support and guidance to resolve complex manufacturing issues, troubleshoot problems, and optimize production output.