Automotive Plant GM: Lean Ops Leader & P&L Steward

Genie Matthews and Associates; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Genie Matthews and Associates is seeking a hands-on Plant General Manager to lead an automotive manufacturing operation with responsibility for production, quality, safety, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement. The role requires building high-performing teams and delivering sustainable improvements in quality, cost, delivery, productivity, safety, and profitability.

The ideal candidate will have proven plant leadership, experience with automotive launches, strong financial management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Proven experience successfully leading a complex manufacturing plant or major manufacturing operation.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable improvements in quality, cost, delivery, safety, productivity, and profitability.
• Working knowledge of automotive quality and launch methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans).
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for plant operations, including production, quality, engineering, maintenance, materials, safety, delivery, and cost performance.
• Develop and execute operational strategies that support company objectives, customer requirements, and long-term business growth.
• Ensure the plant consistently meets or exceeds quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction objectives.
• Maintain accountability for compliance with ISO standards, customer-specific requirements, and applicable quality systems.
• Drive a culture of quality, customer focus, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, problem-solving, standard work, and waste reduction.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

P&L ownership

Quality systems

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Genie Matthews and Associates is seeking a hands-on Plant General Manager to lead an automotive manufacturing operation with responsibility for production, quality, safety, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement. The role requires building high-performing teams and delivering sustainable improvements in quality, cost, delivery, productivity, safety, and profitability.

The ideal candidate will have proven plant leadership, experience with automotive launches, strong financial management