Plant Manager
About The Position
The Plant Manager oversees day-to-day operations of the entire Mercury Racing facility in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, supporting continuous improvement and annual operating performance objectives. This senior leader manages production operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and other key functions, and executes long-term growth plans aligned with divisional strategic objectives in collaboration with Mercury’s senior management team. The position builds a strong team and establishes a culture of safety, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Plant Manager is responsible for operational performance, safety and regulatory compliance, production schedules, quality, cost and productivity improvements, budgeting, capital planning, talent development, and employee engagement. The role collaborates with Sales, Finance, technical resources, and other Mercury Marine functions to meet plant goals and support product and process changes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or business.
- 7 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including previous managerial and leadership responsibility.
- Demonstrated track record of achieving operational and business objectives.
- Quality, production, and material control skills.
- Understanding of coatings, machining, and assembly processes.
- Proven leadership and management experience.
- Budget establishment and maintenance skills.
Responsibilities
- Oversee facility operations and work with direct reports to develop tools and processes that drive continuous improvement.
- Champion a culture of safety, ensure compliance with regulatory and plant safety requirements, and improve safety performance and injury prevention.
- Plan, direct, and coordinate operations to support company growth and capacity plans.
- Reduce costs through productivity and quality improvements.
- Work with Sales and Finance to accurately project financial results.
- Drive attainment of production schedules.
- Develop, collaborate with, and direct technical resources to upgrade existing processes; implement changes or systems for new products, product and process quality, and modular plant changes.
- Collaborate with Mercury Marine functional organizations to leverage expertise and capabilities in pursuit of plant goals.
- Evaluate and develop the plant’s talent pipeline.
- Direct subordinates to maintain current final-product quality standards.
- Promote a culture of internal and external customer focus.
- Conduct timely performance reviews.
- Create a strong teamwork environment and support retention and recruitment for key business positions.
- Direct management of performance to budget.
- Develop capital spending plans for process improvement and new products.
- Drive a high-performance culture through employee engagement, communication, leadership development, and accountability.
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus eligibility.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid vacation.
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
- Health Savings Account with company contribution.
- Well-being program.
- Product purchase discounts.
- Growth opportunities within and across Brunswick brands.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
