Plant Manager

Meridian Lightweight Technologies Inc.; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental & Vision

Employee assistance

Discounts

FSA

Health & Life Insurance

HSA

Paid time off

Professional development

Incentives

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Meridian Lightweight Technologies in Michigan is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the site’s operations, P&L, and strategic direction. You will manage a senior team to ensure planning, staffing, training, and safe production that meets customer requirements and environmental standards.

The role emphasizes achieving objectives in line with the Annual Business Plan, KPI alignment, and strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations while driving continuous improvement in a modern

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or relevant discipline required.
• Extensive automotive manufacturing experience (5–10 years) desired.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and engage teams toward ambitious goals.
• Strong sense of urgency, independence, and commitment to business success.

Responsibilities

• Drive the business with BD to fill capacity with profitable workloads.
• Develop the Annual Business Plan aligned with plant capacity and Capital Plan.
• Coordinate team goals, production objectives, facility utilization, materials and staff KPI.
• Ensure continual improvement and EMS/ISO 14001 compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

Meridian Lightweight Technologies is a global leader in lightweight manufacturing, dedicated to fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. Our commitment to employee empowerment and engagement ensures that every team member can achieve their full potential in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

Reporting directly the Operations Director, the position holder is responsible for the leadership, strategic direction and overall Profit & Loss of the manufacturing site(s) to meet the company's overall objectives. The Plant Manager provides guidance and direction to a key management team ensuring that adequate planning, staffing, training, and development take place so that customer requirements can be met in a timely, safe, and environmentally responsible manner. The focus of this role is on achieving results which are aligned with the larger picture of the organization and its strategic goals. Achievement of objectives and goals in accordance with the Annual Business Plan is critical, while using KPI measurements to align the various departments with the Annual Business Plan. Adheres to all local, regional, and national environmental, legal, and safety legislation.

Major Responsibilities of the Position

• Drive the business, with the help of Business Development, to fill available capacity with business that achieves the required return on investment.
• Develop the Annual Business Plan, ensuring it fits the plant's capacity and Capital Plan.
• co-ordinate the establishment and focus on team goals, production objectives, utilization of plant facilities, equipment, materials and staff and key performance indicators; improve profitability and positive cash flow.
• responsible for ensuring continuous improvement by reviewing objectives and targets and internal/external customer concerns; reviewing audit results and EMS programs elements and
  establishing action items and recommendations in accordance to ISO 14001 Standards

Education, Experience and Skills

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or relevant discipline
• Extensive automotive manufacturing experience (5-10 years)
• A leadership style that is firm and goal oriented, and yet motivates, trains, and engages others in an enthusiastic and positive way is important.
• The ability to act independently, a sense of urgency, and the confidence to handle a variety of complex challenges, a full commitment to the success of the business, and high standards of achievement are
  expected.

Why work for Meridian Lightweight Technologies?

At Meridian Lightweight Technologies, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of lightweight automotive manufacturing. We combine advanced technology, innovation, and a commitment to excellence to deliver world-class solutions for leading automotive customers.

Our employees work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where their contributions matter, opportunities for growth are encouraged, and continuous improvement is part of our culture. If you're looking for a career where you can make an impact while working with cutting-edge manufacturing processes, Meridian is the place to build your future.

Compensation and benefits

• 401(k) + 401(k) matching
• Dental + Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee/ partner discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health + life insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Employee incentive programs
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Offer will be dependent on background check and drug screen.