Plant Manager

Detroit Manufacturing Systems; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the Android production operation within a customer-centric unit. You will oversee materials, assembly, shipping, quality control, maintenance, and manufacturing engineering, developing policies to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives, while building HR bench strength across production.

You will drive lean initiatives, implement SOPs, manage KPIs, and ensure IATF 16949/ISO14001 compliance, fostering a safe, high-performing environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years in increasingly complex management positions with automotive industry experience.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes.
• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma improvements.
• Vision to translate operating techniques into results.
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing financial principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor the leadership team; develop their skills.
• Plan, coordinate and direct all manufacturing activities: safety, quality, productivity, on-time delivery.
• Staff plant appropriately to meet budgeted financial performance.
• Utilize KPIs to monitor and improve plant performance.
• Drive lean manufacturing using SOPs, standard work, and JSA.
• Deploy policy to improve productivity and cost reduction; meet customer expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Financial acumen

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Job description

PLANT MANAGER

About Voltava:

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About the Role:

Lead and manage the entire Android production operation within the customer centric unit including materials management, assembly, shipping, quality control, maintenance, and manufacturing engineering. Develop and administer policies and guidelines applicable to manufacturing operations. Ensure operations meet established objectives including but not limited to safety, quality, delivery, and cost; and develop and promote human resource bench strength throughout all levels of the entire production operation.

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for leading, coaching and mentoring the leadership team and providing them with the skills to lead, coach and mentor their direct reports.


• Responsible for effective planning, coordinating and directing overall manufacturing activities; responsible for safety, quality, productivity and on-time delivery of all plant operations and team members.


• Accountable for plant appropriate staffing levels to meet the budgeted financial performance of Android plant operations.


• Direct the utilization of the KPIs to effectively track, monitor, and implement required improvement activities related to business plan, goals, and issues of the plant location.


• Drive implementation of lean manufacturing utilizing required operating procedures, standardized work instructions, and job safety analysis.


• Implementation of policy deployment to improve plant performance metrics and meet or exceed customer expectations (productivity goals, cost reduction goals, etc.).


• Develop, drive and support plant activities towards maintaining IATF 16949/ISO14001 compliance, and achieving customer awards and Quality registrations.


• Lead the plant safety committee; assign clear responsibilities for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and hold all direct reports accountable to ensure that all required safety procedures are being followed in the performance of daily activities and all safety devices are properly in place and utilized.


• Work with Sales Team to provide input into quoting and new business development activities (pricing, program management, plant capacity, etc.).


• Maintain high standards in plant layout applying 5S and PFEP.


• Ensures plant adheres to all policies and procedures.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• 5+ years in increasingly complex management positions with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in the automotive industry.


• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes of the automotive industry.


• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvements.


• Vision and ability to translate progressive operating techniques into applications and results.


• Broad knowledge of manufacturing financial principles.


• Strong logic and analytical skills to direct resolution of complex or unusual business problems.


• Action-oriented and innovative in leading the manufacturing operations.


• Process knowledge of plant department functions and roles to facilitate overall plant synergy.


• Proven leadership ability and utilization of teamwork.


• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interface with and motivate all levels of team members.


• Ability to mentor and teach team members effective problem-solving methods for related plant and customer problems/issues.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required (Management, Business, or Engineering); Master’s Degree in Business Management preferred (MBA)

Travel:

• Yes 25% or less

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values:

Voltava is committed to creating an environment where every Team Member feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to make an impact.

• Respect: We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.


• Integrity: We earn trust through every interaction.


• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.


• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.