Plant Manager

LMK Recruiting Solutions; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations at their manufacturing facility in High Point, NC. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in manufacturing, a strong leadership background, and a passion for continuous improvement. This role includes responsibility for production efficiency, safety compliance, and team leadership, ensuring robust documentation and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in a plant or operations leadership role.
• Expertise in managing high-mix, low-volume production.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations at a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing facility.
• Direct all manufacturing activities including production planning and quality assurance.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and support new product development.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Overview

The Plant Manager will lead day-to-day operations at a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for production efficiency, safety compliance, quality assurance, and team leadership. The ideal candidate is a strategic operations leader with deep manufacturing experience and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations & Production

• Direct all manufacturing activities including production planning, maintenance, and quality assurance.
• Oversee supply chain coordination to ensure timely material flow and delivery of finished goods.
• Track KPIs and production metrics to identify and implement performance improvements.
• Manage departmental budgets and optimize plant-level cost efficiency.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team, promoting collaboration, accountability, and safety.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and performance management across production shifts.
• Foster a learning culture by identifying training needs and upskilling employees.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and industry regulations.

Strategic & Continuous Improvement

• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, including waste reduction and process streamlining.
• Partner with engineering and R&D to support new product development and manufacturing readiness.
• Lead change management and plant modernization efforts, including automation and digital integration.
• Maintain robust documentation around compliance, safety, quality, and production metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including 5+ years in a plant or operations leadership role.
• Prior experience in electro-mechanical or ATE-related industries strongly preferred.
• Expertise in managing high-mix, low-volume production environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement certification a plus.
• Visionary leader with a strong commitment to operational excellence.
• Excellent communicator who can influence cross-functional teams.
• Agile thinker who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Track record of driving measurable improvements in efficiency and team performance.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to moderate noise, moving equipment, and occasional use of industrial materials.
• Requires 50% sitting and 50% standing throughout the workday.
• Travel required: up to 10%.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Manufacturing, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Engineering Services

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