Deputy Plant Manager

Forvia; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Deputy Plant Manager to oversee Production, Logistics and Quality, while supporting HSE, HR, Finance and Purchasing. You will ensure timely production launches, optimize layout and equipment use, and drive cost, quality and delivery.

You will recruit and develop staff, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and build a strong safety culture, while aligning with budget and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing experience; automotive industry is preferred.
• Strong ability to lead, coach and communicate across functions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Production, Logistics, and Quality managers and support function managers.
• Define the manufacturing strategy for product lines and ensure performance of plant operations.
• Drive QCD results, optimize layout and equipment use, and manage the plant budget.
• Lead continuous improvement and Faurecia Excellence System deployment.
• Recruit, train and develop plant employees and foster a safe, collaborative culture.

Skills

Strong leadership

Cost reduction

Lean manufacturing

Communication skills

Analytical problem solving

Team building

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leaderForvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader where we pioneer technology for mobility experience that matters to people.Your mission, roles and responsibilitiesThe Deputy Plant Manager sets up the organization and manages operations in accordance with cost, quality, and deadline constraints. He/she defines the manufacturing strategy for the product lines and ensures the overall performance of production, logistics, and quality. Finally, he/she supports the Autonomous Production, Logistics, and Quality Unit Managers and develops their skills.The main mission of the role:Supervise the Production (UAP), Logistics, and Quality managers, while supporting function managers (HSE, HR, Finance, Purchasing, etc.) and ensure the proper flow of information.Ensure customer satisfaction.Drive the plant's performance in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery (QCD), develop and respect the plant's budget.Delivers improvement in the QCD results of the products and processes, optimize the plant layout and the use of equipment.Ensure the proper anticipation, at all levels of the plant, of the production launches of new products.Drive supplier performance improvement.Define a deployment plan for the Faurecia Excellence System and implement it.Involve everyone in the continuous improvement process.Ensure employee health, environmental protection, and plant safety.Ensure the recruitment, integration, training, and development of the plant's employees.Manage with the Plant Manager the social climate and labor relations.Develop future Forvia experts and managers.Animate the Gap (TOP5, QRQC, TOP 60, HSE audit).Generate and implement improvement ideas.Your profile and competencies to succeedMinimum education level:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain ManagementProfessional Experience:Successful experience in production management utilizing lean manufacturing systems.Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. Preferably in the automotive industry.Skills and competencies:Strong leadership skills and ability to coach.Experience in creating and managing department budgets with a focus on cost reduction.High degree of autonomy in day-to-day management and decision making.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to unite teamsDrives ResultsFluent (written and spoken) English#FORVIA2026What we can do for youAt Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.Why join usFORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com