Plant Manager

CRG Search; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary

Bonus

401K

Full Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Benefits

Additional benefits

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Ferndale is seeking a Plant Manager to lead production and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in a low-volume, high-mix metals manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include driving continuous improvement, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits is offered for this onsite role.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience as a Manufacturing Leader in Low-Volume/High-Mix, Metals Manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, efficiency, and productivity standards.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across production, quality, safety, and compliance functions.
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
• Oversee plant budgeting, financial controls, and cost management.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Lead cross-functional teams and large-scale projects to support business objectives.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve plant operations.
• Plan staffing and equipment needs to support production demands.
• Enforce company policies and ensure workplace rules are followed.

Skills

Manufacturing Leadership

Operational Excellence

Continuous Improvement

Team Development

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Manufacturing systems

Job description

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Overview

Our client specializes in low-volume/high-mix metal manufacturing for OEMs across a wide range of industries, including commercial vehicles, construction, powersports, agriculture, and defense. They deliver customized, high-quality metal components and assemblies to meet the diverse and complex needs of their customers.

We're looking for an experienced and results-driven Plant Manager who is a hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across production, quality, safety, and compliance functions
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and meet performance goals
• Oversee plant budgeting, financial controls, and cost management
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Lead cross-functional teams and large-scale projects to support business objectives
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve plant operations
• Develop and implement plant policies and goals that support overall business objectives
• Lead and coordinate departments including quality, materials, manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Review and manage budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining performance
• Monitor daily plant activities and production metrics to ensure schedules, quality, and budget goals are met
• Work closely with leadership teams to adjust plans based on operational or sales performance
• Oversee key programs such as employee training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, and plant security
• Plan for staffing and equipment needs to support production demands
• Enforce company policies and ensure compliance with workplace rules and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience as a Manufacturing Leader in a Low-Volume/High-Mix, Metals Manufacturing environment (ideally Heavy Truck, Commercial Vehicle, Off-Highway)
• Strong understanding of production processes, efficiency, and productivity standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working across teams
• Hands-on technical knowledge of manufacturing systems and operations
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Solid analytical skills to support data-driven decision-making

Location

Ferndale, MI area (Onsite)

Compensation

Base Salary + Bonus + 401K + Full Medical, Dental, Vision + Tuition Reimbursement + Additional Benefits.