Plant Manager

Hunter Engineering Company; Durant (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry is seeking a Plant Manager for its manufacturing operation in Durant, Mississippi. The ideal candidate will oversee daily operations, manage staff, and drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. This role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a proven track record in manufacturing management. Join a family-owned company that values work-life balance and fosters a culture of excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Industry-Leading Profit-Sharing Plan

Generous Paid Time Away

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience as a Plant Manager in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Proven knowledge of business and management principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct day-to-day operations.
• Increase production capacity while minimizing costs.
• Develop systems to track and optimize productivity.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team Building

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Do you have a passion for directing and running day-to-day operations? We’re hiring a Plant Manager for our electronics manufacturing operation in Durant, Mississippi. If you possess:

• Proven work experience as a Plant Manager in an assembly/fabrication environment
• Lean/Six Sigma experience, ISO 9001 experience is a plus.
• Solid communication skills and a servant leader mindset are essential

Hunter could be an excellent fit for you! Family-owned since 1946, Hunter Engineering is the global industry leader in wheel alignment systems, wheel balancing systems, vehicle inspection systems, and more. Hunter equipment, made in America, is approved and used by vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and dealers in over 130 countries. The St. Louis Business Journal named Hunter a 2023 finalist for the Best Places to Work award.

The Plant Manager must be a self-starter who drives a continuous improvement agenda; they must have an in-depth understanding of the business such that the right structure and the right people are deployed; an energy level and an attention-to-detail that routinely delivers the forecasted outcomes; the mental discipline, persistence and confidence to function in a manufacturing environment effectively; the vision and leadership to revolutionize the shop floor using Lean and Six Sigma tools. This role will have responsibility for the overall operations of a production facility and its employees. It is a multi-shift facility with 200+ employees in exempt and non-exempt roles.

What you will do:

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations.
• Increase production, assets capacity, and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards.
• Be responsible for production output, product quality, and on-time shipping.
• Allocate resources effectively and thoroughly utilize assets to produce optimal results.
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus.
• Oversee all operations, staff activity, and performance; trigger corrective actions if needed.
• Share a trusting relationship with the workgroup and recruit, manage, and develop plant staff.
• Collect and analyze data to find and eliminate places of waste.
• Commit to plant safety procedures.
• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets.
• Develop and build a culture of engagement at all levels of the business to provide a highly energized team that is flexible to meet the company's changing needs.
• Stay current with the latest production management best practices and concepts.

Additional Qualifications Include:

• A BS in engineering or a related technical field is required.
• 5+ years of proven experience as a Plant Manager in a manufacturing setting is highly preferred
• Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proven knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, and human resources)
• Familiarity with industry-standard equipment and technical expertise
• Knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, and inventory
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.
• Strong team building, decision-making, and people management skills

Hunter Fosters a Culture of:

• Pay for Performance

Some Benefits and Perks Include:

• Industry-Leading Profit-Sharing Plan w/ Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Away
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Our people come first as we aim for excellence. We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others. Will you join us in our mission to ‘align people and innovation to drive excellence?’

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Automotive

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