Manager-Manufacturing Assistant Plant

Cirrus; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 137,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA

Well-being program

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cirrus in Duluth, MN, is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager, Operations to lead manufacturing operations, safety, quality, and delivery goals while optimizing processes and budgets. You will guide a high‑performance team and collaborate with engineering and quality for continuous improvement.

The role requires a mechanical/manufacturing background, 12+ years of leadership experience, strong cost-control, and proven communication skills. Reports to Operations Executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering, Business Administration, or related field experience.
• 12 years of related experience with minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience or equivalent experience.
• Leadership experience required; formal training strongly preferred.
• Proficient at maintaining budgets and cost effectiveness; interprets financial reports and takes appropriate corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Leads the overall manufacturing development strategy for areas under ownership and ensures operations standards are being met for key metrics (safety, quality, delivery, waste reduction, and cost). Actively measures team's performance against these metrics.
• Responsible for delivering clear and concise communication in a timely manner to supervisors and technicians. Communicates company vision and organizational goals and objectives to continually improve quality, reduce waste, and increase throughput.
• Ensures all safety standards and policies are met. Conducts regular observations for safety compliance and corrects unsafe acts.
• Directs implementation and execution of Operations policies and practices.
• Oversees the Operations budget to ensure compliance with organizational expenditure requirements.
• Collaborating with engineering teams and functional departments to improve products and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Process Improvement

Production Scheduling

Quality Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Databases

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Plant Manager, Operations, manages the operations of a manufacturing facility, and responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing facility including production, maintenance, shipping and receiving and quality control. Responsibilities include plant optimization to ensure maximum production, safety, quality, waste reduction, delivery, and cost. This position reports to Operations Executives.

Overview

The Assistant Plant Manager, Operations, manages the operations of a manufacturing facility, and responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing facility including production, maintenance, shipping and receiving and quality control. Responsibilities include plant optimization to ensure maximum production, safety, quality, waste reduction, delivery, and cost. This position reports to Operations Executives.

Responsibilities

• Leads the overall manufacturing development strategy for areas under ownership and ensures operations standards are being met for key metrics (safety, quality, delivery, waste reduction, and cost). Actively measures team's performance against these metrics.
• Responsible for delivering clear and concise communication in a timely manner to supervisors and technicians. Communicates company vision and organizational goals and objectives to continually improve quality, reduce waste, and increase throughput.
• Ensures all safety standards and policies are met. Conducts regular observations for safety compliance and corrects unsafe acts.
• Ensures concurrent development of tool, process, and facilities planning in conjunction with design or rate change implementations.
• Directs implementation and execution of Operations policies and practices.
• Recommends and implements strategic changes in Operations strategy.
• Establishes, develops, and maintains critical relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensures adequate communication and coordination standards within department areas. Status reporting as appropriate to maintain proper communications with other management.
• Builds, develops and manages Operations team capable of carrying out needed operations strategies and improving employee satisfaction.
• Identification and implementation of training requirements and continuous improvement measures for all Operations personnel.
• Provides leadership for problem resolution to facilitate faster improvements.
• Oversees the Operations budget to ensure compliance with organizational expenditure requirements.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensures that all assigned work areas are kept clean, organized, and presentable at all times.
• Overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing plant and ensuring it meets production goals at minimal cost.
• Managing and delegating tasks to employees and providing leadership.
• Monitors employee performance, regularly provides employee feedback, empower, mentors and coaches employees, delivers performance reviews, and assist employees in setting goals.
• Designing and implementing plant procedures, safety protocols, and continuous improvement activities.
• Overseeing equipment maintenance, security, and protection.
• Collaborating with engineering teams and functional departments to improve products and processes.
• Participating in plant expansion, equipment planning, and conversion strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering, Business Administration, or related field experience.
• 12 years of related experience with minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience or equivalent experience.
• Leadership experience required; formal training strongly preferred.
• Proficient at maintaining budgets and cost effectiveness; interprets financial reports and takes appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to effectively handle escalations and time critical issues. Remains productive, provides solutions, and meets goals in challenging situations.
• Skilled at coordinating multiple efforts, organizing and prioritizing work, communicating technical issues, and leading a team of individuals with differing levels of skill and experience, enabling them to achieve performance and quality standards.
• Skilled at coordinating multiple efforts, organizing and prioritizing work, communicating technical issues, and leading a team of individuals with differing levels of skill and experience, enabling them to achieve performance and quality standards.
• Articulates ideas clearly and concisely in a variety of settings, adjusting the message to match the audience. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
• Operations systems development and deployment.
• Technical skills in Lean Manufacturing techniques, Kaizen, Process Improvement, materials management, production scheduling and quality systems.
• Knowledge of typical production processes, procedures, drawings, and specifications.
• Basic computer skills to include competency in the use of spreadsheets, word processing, and databases.
• Strong customer orientation.
• Ability to work within and develop high performance teams; strong team player.
• Commitment to Company values.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Pay Range

Salary Range: USD $137,082.74/Yr. - USD $205,624.11/Yr.