Automotive Plant Operations Manager

Mitchell Associates, Inc.; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitchell Associates, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Plant Manager for our Indiana facility. You will direct day-to-day operations, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and lead a team across multiple departments to meet production goals.

The successful candidate will apply Lean manufacturing principles, manage budgets, control costs, and drive continuous improvement in throughput and quality. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have 3–5 years' experience in the automotive industry; 2–3 years at a manager level
• Experience in a manufacturing facility with strong technical and good financial fundamentals
• Computer proficiency essential
• Familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
• Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the plant as per the divisional Organization Chart
• Report to the General Manager and support a learning environment
• Oversee plant with multiple departments and ensure safety, line stops and defect management
• Develop budgets and control costs; review forecasts and capital expenditures
• Strengthen the plant's competitive position and review quotes to customers
• Develop business plans and policies to meet goals
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental systems and company policies
• Participate in internal quality audits and ensure compliance with applicable codes and legislation
• Create and maintain a safe work environment and deploy policy in Lean, quality, cost reduction, delivery and performance measures

Skills

Strong communication

Automotive industry experience

Manufacturing facility experience

Computer proficiency

OHSA knowledge

Leadership and analytical skills

Job description

Mitchell Associates, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Plant Manager for our Indiana facility. You will direct day-to-day operations, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and lead a team across multiple departments to meet production goals.

The successful candidate will apply Lean manufacturing principles, manage budgets, control costs, and drive continuous improvement in throughput and quality. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential.