Assistant Plant Manager

Outepai; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Outepai is seeking a Factory Manager to lead the factory construction and setup process. This role involves overseeing compliance, optimizing production workflows, and coordinating between U.S. operations and Chinese headquarters. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience to ensure successful project execution in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in plant construction, factory setup, or manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and local labor laws.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end factory setup process.
• Identify potential risks and compliance challenges.
• Develop production workflows and safety protocols.

Skills

Cross-Cultural Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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• Factory Construction & Setup – Oversee the end-to-end factory setup process, working closely with engineering, contractors, and suppliers to ensure a smooth transition from construction to production.
• Risk Management & Compliance – Identify potential risks, regulatory requirements, and compliance challenges in the U.S. manufacturing environment to prevent operational setbacks.
• Manufacturing Readiness & Equipment Planning – Support equipment selection, installation, and layout optimization to align with production efficiency and industry best practices.
• Operational Strategy & Process Optimization – Develop production workflows, material flow logistics, and safety protocols to ensure factory operations align with lean manufacturing principles.
• Cross-functional Coordination & Leadership – Act as the right-hand person to the Plant Manager, facilitating communication between corporate teams in China and U.S. operations, and ensuring smooth project execution.

Job Requirements:

• Education & Experience – Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; 10+ years of experience in plant construction, factory setup, or manufacturing operations.
• U.S. Factory Regulations & Compliance – Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, local labor laws, and permitting processes to ensure compliance during factory setup and operations.
• Cross-Cultural & Project Management Skills – Ability to bridge the gap between Chinese headquarters and U.S. teams, with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Hands-on Problem Solving – Proven ability to identify operational risks, troubleshoot factory setup challenges, and optimize production processes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Project Management, and Management

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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