Manufacturing Plant Manager — Lean Systems & P&L Leadership

Phoenix Stamping Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Stamping Group (Atlanta, GA) seeks a Manufacturing Plant Manager to lead operations across two stamping sites. You will drive Lean practices, safety, quality, and OEE, while coordinating production, maintenance, tooling, and material handling to meet OTD and cost goals.

Experience in metal stamping, ERP-based planning, and P&L ownership is preferred. Strong leadership and data-driven problem solving are essential to advance CI and 6S in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing supervisory role.
• Experience in metal stamping and metal fabrication preferred.
• Proficiency with Lean manufacturing principles.
• P&L ownership experience with demonstrated financial impact.
• Quality systems knowledge (ISO 9001:2015 preferred).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and computer skills (Excel, ERP reporting).
• Demonstrated success scheduling within/through ERP systems.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across two facilities (Production, Maintenance, Tooling, Material Handling).
• Own OEE drivers and align schedules with demand and inventory goals.
• Lead safety program as committee member; drive root-cause analyses.
• Direct shipping/receiving, inventory control, and material handling equipment maintenance.
• Support equipment installations and facility layout changes; manage internal and contractor timelines.
• Audit standard work and process control plans to prevent defects and reduce COPQ.
• Assess staffing levels; develop Supervisors, Leads, and all labor (direct/indirect).
• Establish operator development pathways and launch targeted training programs.
• Advance Lean and CI; apply Lean tools to streamline processes and lower costs.
• Use data-driven problem-solving to address issues; solicit ideas from employees.
• Implement and sustain 6S and visual factory practices; manage QEK program.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workplace; participate in audits.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health and safety, environmental policies.

Skills

People leadership

Lean manufacturing

ERP reporting

Production planning

Scheduling

Quality systems

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MIG welder

CNC laser cutter

Robotic welder

ERP software

Job description

Make an Impact From Day OneReports to: Vice President of ManufacturingDo you excel at orchestrating complex operations while improving safety, quality, cost, and delivery? As the Manufacturing Plant Manager overseeing two Phoenix Stamping Group sites, you’ll guide people, processes, and performance to exceed expectations.Why This RoleLead the full spectrum of plant operations (Production, Maintenance, Tooling, Material Handling) across two facilities.Own OEE drivers and align schedules with demand and inventory goals to elevate OTD, throughput, and labor efficiency.Shape a culture of continuous improvement powered by Lean, 6S, and QEK.Your Core ResponsibilitiesLead OperationsChampion the safety program as a committee member; lead root-cause and corrective actions.Coordinate statutory training and ensure compliance readiness.Direct shipping/receiving, inventory control (cycle counts), and material handling equipment maintenance.Support equipment installations and facility layout changes; manage internal and contractor timelines.Audit standard work and process control plans to prevent defects and reduce COPQ.Assess staffing levels; develop Supervisors, Leads, and all labor (direct/indirect).Establish operator development pathways and launch targeted training programs.Advance Lean and CIApply Lean tools and techniques to streamline processes and lower operating costs.Use data-driven, structured problem-solving to address issues systematically.Solicit and act on ideas from employees at every level.Implement and sustain 6S and visual factory practices.Manage the Quick and Easy Kaizen (QEK) program and meet quarterly targets.Operate with IntegrityMaintain a clean, organized, and safe workplace; participate in audits.Collaborate with other functions to communicate timelines and deliverables.Ensure compliance with quality management, health and safety, legal requirements, environmental policies, and duty of care.Adhere to company policies and uphold lawful, ethical standards.Performance MetricsSafety RIROEE6S and QEK activityCOPQ and other quality indicatorsOTDOperating expense vs. budgetGross Margin %What You BringBachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience.5+ years in a manufacturing supervisory role.Experience in metal stamping and metal fabrication preferred.Proficiency with Lean manufacturing principles.P&L ownership experience with demonstrated financial impact.Quality systems knowledge (ISO 9001:2015 preferred).Excellent analytical, organizational, and computer skills (Excel, ERP reporting).Demonstrated success scheduling within/through ERP systems.Exceptional communication and leadership skills.Skills and CertificationsPeople leadership and coaching/mentoringContinuous improvement and SOP managementSupervisory experienceOSHA 10-Hour CertificationProduction optimization and Lean practicesOperational metrics and KPI managementERP/MRP systemsProduction planning and schedulingInventory management and controlWorkplace safety and EHS managementScheduling expertiseBudgeting and forecastingTools and TechnologiesMIG welderThread gauges (GO/NO-GO)CNC laser cutterPunch pressPress brakeStamping pressCold heading machineRobotic welderERP softwareCalipers and micrometersIndustrial robot