Plant Leader: Lean Ops & Growth | Up to $180k + Bonus

Michael Page; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Flexible PTO

401k with employer match

Health benefits

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a senior Plant Leader in Milwaukee responsible for end-to-end operational leadership across production, engineering, quality, and supply chain. You will manage budgets, drive Lean initiatives, and mentor leaders to build a high-performing organization focused on safety, quality, and profitability.

The role requires a strong track record in manufacturing leadership, P&L accountability, and cross-functional collaboration with executive teams to achieve strategic growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Plant Leadership across production, engineering, Quality, maintenance, safety, and supply chain.
• Experience with metal fabrication and CNC machining (stamping, presses, laser, mills/lathes, or similar processes).
• Strong track record of improving plant performance through lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing budgets, financial performance, and P&L responsibilities.
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization and drive execution.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational budgets and maintain accountability for P&L performance.
• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Establish and track KPIs focused on safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
• Provide overall leadership for the plant, overseeing Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and other key functional areas.
• Drive operational performance initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
• Develop and mentor leaders across the organization while building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Partner with executive leadership to execute strategic initiatives, support growth objectives, and ensure the plant meets both short- and long-term business goals.
• Lead process improvement efforts, optimize manufacturing performance, and ensure efficient cross-functional collaboration throughout the operation.

Skills

Plant leadership

P&L management

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional leadership

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a senior Plant Leader in Milwaukee responsible for end-to-end operational leadership across production, engineering, quality, and supply chain. You will manage budgets, drive Lean initiatives, and mentor leaders to build a high-performing organization focused on safety, quality, and profitability.

The role requires a strong track record in manufacturing leadership, P&L accountability, and cross-functional collaboration with executive teams to achieve strategic growth and