Area Manager

PACCAR; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, seeks an Area Manager to lead production operations across North America, with focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. This role drives process improvements and cross-functional collaboration to support new technologies and evolving manufacturing needs.

You will oversee cell development, coach teams, and align with Dynacraft's strategic direction to deliver manufacturing excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing leadership experience (5+ years).
• Strong knowledge of safety, quality, and production standards.
• Experience in cross-functional leadership.
• Ability to analyze processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Data-driven decision-making and performance management.
• Strong communication and employee relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Dynacraft standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead development and optimization of production cells, layouts and standards.
• Supervise and assign work according to production schedules and customer requirements.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members with regular feedback and performance reviews.
• Support recruiting and succession planning efforts.
• Provide updates to plant leadership on performance metrics and changes.
• Promote positive employee relations and engagement within the team.
• Lead Six Sigma projects and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct root cause analysis and support quality audits.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Safety & quality

Team development

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional

Root cause analysis

Performance management

Data-driven decisions

Operational planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Six Sigma certification

Job description

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines andalso provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Division Information

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is headquartered in McKinney, TX. Dynacraft is a diversified global manufacturer of PACCAR medium and heavy-duty truck parts sold under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates. For more than forty years, Dynacraft has provided the company's truck manufacturing divisions and PACCAR Parts service parts division with high quality components, subassemblies and specialized services. Dynacraft's manufacturing facilities are located in Louisville, KY, and McKinney, TX.

Job Summary

The Area Manager is responsible for supporting the strategic direction of the plant in alignment with Dynacraft's vision and business goals. This role leads production operations focused on manufacturing parts supplied to truck plants across North America.

The Area Manager will drive operational excellence by improving safety, quality, efficiency, and processes while leading cross-functional collaboration. This role requires a strong leader who is innovative, adaptable, and capable of developing both people and processes to support new technologies and evolving manufacturing needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with and continuous improvement of Dynacraft standards, including safety, quality, efficiency, and operational procedures
• Lead the development and optimization of production cells, including assembly processes, layout, and standards
• Supervise and assign work to employees based on production schedules and customer requirements
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members; provide regular feedback and performance reviews
• Recommend disciplinary actions when necessary and support employee development
• Provide timely updates to plant leadership on performance metrics and operational changes
• Promote positive employee relations and engagement within the team
• Support recruiting activities and succession planning efforts
• Participate in leadership development and training initiatives
• Benchmark best practices across PACCAR and external organizations
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Six Sigma projects
• Conduct root cause analysis and support quality audits
• Complete assigned projects and special initiatives as required

Required Skills

• Manufacturing operations leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of safety, quality, and production standards
• Leadership and team development skills
• Ability to analyze processes and drive continuous improvement
• Cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis capability
• Performance management and employee relations experience
• Operational planning and execution
• Data-driven decision-making
• Minimum five (5) years' experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• Master's degree (preferred)
• Six Sigma certification (preferred)

Competencies

• Act with Integrity
• Demonstrate Adaptability
• Drive for Results
• Influence Others
• Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives
• Manage Execution
• Manage Talent
• Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen
• Communication Skills
• Create a Collaborative Work Environment
• Inspire Confidence
• Think Strategically

Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off - Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth & development opportunities

Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Additional Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.