Plant Manager

W3Global; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations at their facility in Battle Creek, Michigan. The ideal candidate will oversee daily functions, drive operational excellence, and inspire a diverse team. This full-time position requires strong leadership skills and experience in managing production teams in industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Experience managing production teams in industrial settings.
• Experience with large industrial equipment (e.g., 480v 3ph electrical, 300hp motors).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, maintenance, and project management for a two-shift facility.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Recruit, train, and motivate a team of hourly employees.

Skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team leadership

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

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Plant Manager - Industrial Operations

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations at our client's facility. The ideal candidate will oversee daily plant functions, drive operational excellence, and inspire a diverse team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, maintenance, and project management for a two-shift facility.
• Lead by example, work hands-on with your team and manage by walking around.
• Recruit, train, and motivate a team of hourly employees to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and regulatory policies.
• Plan and execute plant projects and repairs while managing inventory for spare parts.
• Provide daily, weekly, and monthly production reporting.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with a strong continuous improvement mindset.
• Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills related to industrial equipment, process flow, and team leadership.
• Comfortable getting hands-on with operations and working closely with the team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and lead hourly employees.
• A bachelor's degree and a record of achievement in managing production teams in industrial settings are preferred.
• Experience with large industrial equipment (e.g., 480v 3ph electrical, 300hp motors) and a detailed, process-oriented approach.

Character Traits

• Honest and transparent in communication with management.
• Highly dependable, with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Possesses a sense of urgency and energy to achieve goals efficiently.
• Well-organized, with a detail-oriented and process-driven mindset.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining effective inventory management systems for spare parts.
• Understands how their responsibilities interact with other business elements, ensuring smooth operations and alignment across departments.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Strategy/Planning

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration