Center Manager

Detroit-Manufacturing-Systems,-LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava, a leading manufacturing group, is seeking a Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our Michigan facility. You will foster a safety-first, quality-focused culture while driving continuous improvement, productivity, and customer satisfaction through strong leadership of a diverse team.

You will partner with plant leadership to ensure operational excellence, staff development, and effective stakeholder communication, enabling high-performance results across the operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in a production environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, including Kanban, 5S, TPM, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing operation.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience managing performance, developing talent, and building high-performing teams.
• Proven track record of maintaining safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to analyze data and make sound operational decisions based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an integral member of the plant leadership team, contributing to strategic and operational decision-making.
• Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable all direct reports and plant Team Members.
• Foster and sustain Voltava’s people-first culture while promoting employee engagement and development.
• Drive operational excellence through the implementation and adherence of business systems, standards, and best practices.
• Manage facility performance related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives.
• Develop collaborative and productive relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to identify and eliminate waste throughout the operation.
• Ensure effective onboarding, training, and development of new Team Members.
• Establish and maintain communication processes that ensure critical information is effectively shared throughout the organization.
• Champion Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives and ensure compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Lean manufacturing

Kanban

5S

TPM

Continuous improvement

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

People development

Safety and quality focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

PRODUCTION MANAGER

About Voltava:

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About the Role:

The Production Manager is a key member of the plant leadership team responsible for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations while fostering a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and Team Member engagement. This role provides strategic and operational leadership, ensuring customer requirements are met while driving performance, accountability, and operational excellence across the facility. The Center Manager develops and supports Team Members, builds strong customer relationships, and leads initiatives that improve productivity, efficiency, and overall business results.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as an integral member of the plant leadership team, contributing to strategic and operational decision-making.
• Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable all direct reports and plant Team Members.
• Foster and sustain Voltava’s people-first culture while promoting employee engagement and development.
• Drive operational excellence through the implementation and adherence of business systems, standards, and best practices.
• Manage facility performance related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives.
• Develop collaborative and productive relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to identify and eliminate waste throughout the operation.
• Ensure effective onboarding, training, and development of new Team Members.
• Establish and maintain communication processes that ensure critical information is effectively shared throughout the organization.
• Champion Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives and ensure compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
• Promote safe working conditions and drive ergonomic and workplace improvements.
• Effectively identify, manage, and mitigate operational and business risks.
• Support staffing, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development efforts.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions to achieve operational goals.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• Demonstrated leadership experience within an automotive manufacturing, assembly, sequencing, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in a production environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, including Kanban, 5S, TPM, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing operation.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience managing performance, developing talent, and building high-performing teams.
• Proven track record of maintaining safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to analyze data and make sound operational decisions based on business needs.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience leading a sequencing, JIT/JIS, or automotive supplier operation.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Customer-facing experience within an OEM or Tier 1 automotive environment.
• Multi-site leadership or start-up operation experience.
• Experience with labor planning, workforce development, and succession planning.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and leadership experience may be considered.

Travel:

• Limited travel may be required based on business needs.

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values:

• Respect:We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity:We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.