Plant General Manager

Consea Group; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Lansing, Michigan, is seeking a Plant General Manager to lead operations with full P&L responsibility. The ideal candidate will focus on operational excellence and profitability while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Key responsibilities include managing plant operations, developing strategic roadmaps, and fostering a culture of accountability. Candidates with demonstrated expertise in plant management and North American market experience are highly desired. This position is critical to achieving financial targets and ensuring operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of plant management experience with P&L responsibility.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and budgeting.
• Experience in the North American market and matrix organizations.

Responsibilities

• Direct all plant operations to achieve production efficiency and cost control.
• Manage full profit and loss of the plant, optimizing budgeting and costs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.
• Develop and execute the plant’s strategic roadmap aligned with Group objectives.
• Build and strengthen the plant leadership team.

Skills

Plant management

Financial acumen

Operational efficiency

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

MBA

Job description

The Plant General Manager will lead the company U.S. plant, with full responsibility for operational performance and profitability. This role carries complete P&L accountability and is focused on delivering operational excellence, cost efficiency, and sustainable growth. The position is critical to stabilizing operations, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, and driving measurable results in the North American market.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all plant operations with a strong focus on production efficiency, quality, and cost control. Ensure the achievement of financial targets, including the revenue goals, and deliver consistent profitability.

P&L Ownership

• Manage the full profit and loss of the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization. Implement rigorous financial controls to close current gaps and improve margins.

Operational Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes: scrap reduction, lean practices, on-time delivery, and safety compliance. Standardize processes to enhance scalability and integration with corporate systems.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and execute the plant’s strategic roadmap aligned with Group objectives. Ensure timely launch of new products and support long-term growth.
• Maintain strong relationships with key customers. Ensure proactive engagement and operational responsiveness to customer needs.

Talent Development

• Build and strengthen the plant leadership team. Address current performance gaps and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Supply Chain & Procurement

• Oversee supplier development and localization initiatives in partnership with Corporate Purchasing. Implement cost-saving strategies to improve operational efficiency.

Compliance & Safety

• Guarantee adherence to all regulatory and safety standards, promoting a zero-incident culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Demonstrated success in plant management with full P&L responsibility.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to manage complex operational structures.
• Hands‑on leadership.
• Experience in North American market and international matrix organizations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.