Plant Manager

Polaris Inc.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Elkhart, IN, is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee daily operations and implement best manufacturing practices. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and team development, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in a manufacturing context, along with proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office. This full-time position is pivotal in driving process improvements and fostering a productive work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Prior management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and ensure quality production.
• Drive continuous improvement and reduce waste.
• Manage production schedules effectively.

Skills

Aluminum fabrication knowledge

Aluminum welding knowledge

Project management

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Overview

Bennington is the leading pontoon boat manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of Polaris Industries, a Fortune 500 company. We pride ourselves on delivering a boating experience that’s second to none through our emphasis on innovation, design, product quality, and relentless focus on customer satisfaction. Our team members live that passion every day and have fueled our growth across 6 buildings in Elkhart, IN.

The Plant Manager is responsible for identifying and implementing manufacturers’ best practices to produce process improvements to maximize quality production. This role will oversee the daily manufacturing operations of the organization, which will include directing, managing, and coaching all aspects of production with overall accountability for safety, quality, cost, and production, while developing a self-sustaining team of direct reports that consistently produce quality products while maintaining all standards. This position requires a well-rounded professional with experience successfully overseeing all aspects of a fast-paced manufacturing organization and building positive relationships with other leaders while being a change agent throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Overall accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and innovation
• Oversee work schedule to ensure coverage
• Collect and review data to reduce inefficiencies and waste
• Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction
• Work with engineering and materials team to drive waste reduction, optimize material flow, and improve manufacturing processes
• Manage production and production schedule
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team
• Engages as a business leader, demonstrating proficient business acumen
• Partners with other senior leaders to plan and execute long-range strategic priorities
• Ensures high quality of support and services to teams
• Drives a rigorous approach to organizational design, linking strategy and organization
• With other leaders, improve the employee’s experience and strengthen team performance
• Leads a team of direct reports and oversees their day-to-day objectives
• Establish goals and strategy and drive alignment throughout the organization to meet or exceed productivity, and financial targets

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent qualification or a combination of job-related education
• Aluminum fabrication knowledge preferred
• Aluminum welding knowledge is a plus
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience desired
• Prior management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing facility preferred
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems, ADP Workforce Now is a plus
• Demonstrated project management and multi-tasking skills while staying detail-oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and build strong relationships
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills are a must
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing