Plant Operations Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a passionate and driven Plant Operations Manager who brings strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a people-first leadership style to the table. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of our East Syracuse remanufacturing facility—ensuring production processes run safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Raymond’s standards of quality and innovation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results, foster continuous improvement, and drive our mission of operational excellence. If you thrive in dynamic environments, lead with confidence, and believe in empowering teams to achieve their best, you’ll feel right at home here.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree
- 10 + years of manufacturing experience
- 5 + years of management experience
Nice To Haves
- Masters Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, Engineering, or related field.
- Progressively responsible experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity within a plant/manufacturing environment.
- Professional certifications related to plant management, production and inventory management, remanufacturing, or LEAN manufacturing can be advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily plant operations across production, maintenance, quality, and logistics to achieve organizational objectives safely and efficiently.
- Drive compliance with all Raymond/TMHNA safety, quality, and productivity standards, as well as health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Develop and execute plans with departmental leaders to optimize workflow, control costs, and meet key performance indicators.
- Oversee capital assets and ensure effective systems for managing operating expenditures and manpower utilization.
- Monitor production and quality performance, implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance results.
- Champion associate development through coaching, training, performance reviews, and engagement in the talent acquisition process.
- Foster open communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution across all departments.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
- Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
- 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
- Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
- Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
- Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
- Best in class work culture!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
