Area Manager

Dynacraft, A PACCAR Company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with up to 5% match

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision plans

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is seeking an Area Manager to guide production operations and align with Dynacraft’s vision for North America. This role leads manufacturing parts for truck plants and drives safety, quality, and efficiency.

The position requires strategic thinking, strong communication, and the ability to implement new technologies. You will develop people and processes, lead cross‑functional teams, and advance Six Sigma initiatives through data‑driven decisions and continuous

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Manufacturing operations leadership

Safety, quality, production standards

Leadership and team development

Process analysis and continuousimprov

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving and root cause

Performance management

Operational planning and execution

Data-driven decision-making

Five years experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Six Sigma certification

Job description

• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Master’s degree (preferred)

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 and also 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

• 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 and development opportunities

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.