Manager Plant Operations

Yanfeng; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng is seeking an Operations Manager in the United States to oversee manufacturing operations and staff, planning and directing production to meet schedules and customer requirements while achieving business objectives.

The role requires strong leadership, travel readiness to customer sites, experience in automotive manufacturing processes, and a proven track record of improving KPIs and safety. This is a key role within a large global automotive supplier.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of manufacturing experience required.
• 5-9 years in the automotive industry preferred.
• Experience with automotive injection molding, assembly or related processes.
• Willingness to travel and work at customer sites, including plants.
• Computer literacy and strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct manufacturing operations to meet production schedules safely and efficiently.
• Monitor daily KPIs to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Provide root cause analysis of production and quality issues and act on risk analysis.
• Develop and implement action plans to meet or exceed KPI targets.
• Lead plant initiatives to ensure operations compliance and oversee staff levels by shift.

Skills

Operations Management

Automotive Industry

Team Leadership

KPI Tracking

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related

Job description

Job Description

The Operations Manager is responsible for managing the Manufacturing Operations of the facility and the Operations staff. The Operations Manager plans, organizes, and directs the manufacturing operation of the facility to ensure the most effective return on assets, obtainment of production schedules, meeting customer requirements, and overall business objectives.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the manufacturing operation to ensure the obtainment of production schedules in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitor daily established KPI’s to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Provide root cause analysis of production and quality issues and make appropriate decisions based on risk analysis.
• Develop and implement action plans to meet or exceed KPI’s when they are not met.
• Lead YFIMS and YF iOS plant floor initiatives to ensure Operations compliance.
• Oversee staff levels within each department by shift and ensure not to exceed authorized levels. Monitor and control planned and unexpected overtime.
• Assure that all plant guidelines and procedures are adhered to.
• Communicate regularly with direct reports and management and supervise their performance in all functions including performance evaluation.
• Provide Plant Manager a daily production update and weekly summary.

Additional Responsibilities May Include

• Provide Plant manager monthly production information for monthly MOR.
• Position may have some department managers reporting into; CI, Maintenance, Tooling, Launch, Engineering, Supply Chain and Production Managers.

Required Education Level

• Bachelor's Level Degree
• Area of Study:Engineering, Business Administration, or Similar
• Equivalent work experience may also be considered for certain positions.

Required Qualifications

• 7-10 Minimum Years of Experience with manufacturing experience.
• 5-9 Minimum Years of Experience within the automotive industry.
• Experience in automotive injection molding, assembly or other ancillary processes (paint, vacuum forming, IMGL)
• Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.
• Computer literacy.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient organizational skills.
• Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise.

Physical Ability Requirements

• Stationary Position (Sitting or Standing): Frequently
• Movement (Walking): Frequently
• Carry Weight (Lifting up to 40 lbs): Occasionally
• Communication (Seeing/Talking/Hearing): Constantly
• Use Hands/Fingers (Operate computer, printer, phone): Frequently

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

About Us

Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future.

In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide.

Become a part of something more. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.

About The Team

Yanfeng is committed to developing our employees through opportunities like development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism. Our industry-leading team is looking to recruit highly motivated and engaged talent. Upon joining Yanfeng, new employees will get a detailed introduction through our comprehensive onboarding process. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!