Lead Press Operations Manager: Lean, Safety & Growth

Metalsa; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Vacation days (15 prorated)

Medical, dental, vision and Rx

401(k) with company match

HRA and FSA

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement and career dev

Vehicle purchase discounts with GM, GM

Company-paid short- and long-termdisb.

Job summary

Metalsa Hopkinsville is seeking a seasoned Press Operations Manager to own all press activities in our chassis plant. You will lead safety, quality, delivery, cost and people, and play a key role in budgets and new programs.

You’ll drive lean initiatives within the MOS framework, guide production scheduling, and support launches while developing your team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Hopkinsville, KY.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of salaried experience in a press or stamping area.
• 3–5 years leading press operations in roles such as Press Operations Manager, Stamping Manager, or Stamping Superintendent.
• Significant role in a lean operating system (MOS, TPS or similar).
• Experience with lean manufacturing, quality management systems and EHS fundamentals.
• Availability for weekend and after-hours support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead a safety-first culture, with a goal of zero accidents.
• Oversee daily and monthly production and hit production targets.
• Drive lean and continuous improvement for top quality and on-time delivery at the lowest cost.
• Support the Area Manager on budgets, forecasting, staffing, equipment and quality goals.
• Support new product launches and programs.

Skills

Press operations leadership

Lean manufacturing

Budgeting

Forecasting

Team leadership

Job description

Metalsa Hopkinsville is seeking a seasoned Press Operations Manager to own all press activities in our chassis plant. You will lead safety, quality, delivery, cost and people, and play a key role in budgets and new programs.

You’ll drive lean initiatives within the MOS framework, guide production scheduling, and support launches while developing your team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Hopkinsville, KY.