Plant Manager

CM Truck Beds; Kingston (AL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CM Truck Beds Kingston, OK plant seeks an experienced Plant Manager to lead safety, quality, productivity, and culture with Lean/Six Sigma discipline.

You will own the site P&L, set strategy, manage budgeting and capital, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, engineering, safety, maintenance, and supply chain.

This role partners with executives to deliver world-class results and develop a high-performing leadership team through coaching and structured programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Operations, or Business, or 10+ years of leadership.
• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership with full P&L accountability.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement experience.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe workplace and regulatory compliance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process control initiatives.
• Own the site business plan including budgeting and capital planning.
• Develop leadership across manufacturing, engineering, safety, maintenance, and support functions.
• Provide senior leadership with timely reporting on plant performance, risks, and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process Control

Strategic Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Operations, Business

Master’s degree in engineering, Operations, or Business

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: CMTB Kingston - Kingston, OK 73439Position Located in Kingston, OK The Plant Manager is the senior site leader and is responsible for the total performance, strategy, and safe operation of the manufacturing facility. This role sets the vision, drives operational excellence, and leads cross-functional teams to deliver world-class results in safety, quality, productivity, culture, and profitability.With a strong foundation in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Control, and Leadership Development, the Site Leader ensures the plant meets business objectives while fostering an engaged workforce and a continuous improvement mindset. The Site Leader serves as the site champion—leading with the company’s Core Values and maintaining a strong relationship with corporate partners across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, HR, Finance, and other supporting functions.

Key Responsibilities

Safety, Environmental & Compliance LeadershipEnsure a workplace where every employee, contractor, and visitor operates safely and injury-free.Maintain regulatory compliance (OSHA, environmental, quality, and agency requirements).Oversee environmental and process safety systems, including OSHA 1910.119 Process Safety Management (PSM) where applicable.Serve as a visible and relentless advocate for a “Zero Harm” safety culture.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process control initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and increase throughput.Implement Strategic Work Design, Lean, Kaizen, 5S, VSM, and standardized work systems.Develop and manage KPIs, dashboards, and transparent performance reporting visible to all levels of the organization.Ensure all products produced meet or exceed customer expectations for quality and delivery.

Strategic Business Leadership

Own the site business plan, including budgeting, financial performance, capital planning, and strategic priorities.Collaborate with Commercial, Finance, Engineering, and Operations leaders to align site execution with corporate strategy.Drive continuous improvement in cost management, asset utilization, OEE, and long-term facility readiness.Lead long-range planning for capacity, equipment upgrades, product evolution, and competitive advantage.

Leadership & Organizational Development

Build and develop a high-performing leadership team across manufacturing, engineering, safety, maintenance, and support functions.Establish a pipeline of future leaders through coaching, succession planning, and structured development programs.Promote a “One Team” culture grounded in:Protecting What MattersMaking It BetterPracticing Integrity Without CompromiseFoster a work environment based on transparency, accountability, trust, and employee empowerment.

Financial & Resource Management

Own site P&L performance, including productivity, cost control, materials management, and efficiency.Optimize labor, equipment, asset utilization, and operating expenses without compromising safety or quality.Identify savings opportunities through process optimization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder, Customer & Vendor Partnerships

Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, and quality to ensure materials and supply reliability.Strengthen vendor and contractor relationships to support plant operations.Provide senior leadership with timely reporting on plant performance, risks, and strategic initiatives.Serve as a positive representative of the company within the community, driving economic stability and responsible corporate citizenship.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Operations, Business, or related field or 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, with 5+ years in a plant manager or senior site leadership position.Proven experience leading large-scale manufacturing operations with full P&L accountability.Demonstrated success implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement frameworks.Strong track record of building high-performing teams and improving organizational maturity.Experience managing complex operations with strong ties to engineering, safety, maintenance, and quality systems.Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functionally and at all organizational levels.Highly proficient in MS Office and ERP/enterprise management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in engineering, Operations, or Business.Six Sigma certification.CPIM certificationExperience leading a high-hazard or PSM-regulated manufacturing operation.Experience in multi-site collaboration, benchmarking, and knowledge sharing.

Key Attributes

Integrity without compromiseCourage to challenge and improveHumble, transparent, and team-focused leadershipStrong strategic thinker with disciplined execution skillsPassion for results and operational excellenceEmpathy, coaching mindset, and talent builderExcellent communicator and influential leaderHigh technical competency and business acumen

Why Join Us

Competitive compensation and full benefitsOpportunity to lead a flagship operation in a growing, innovative companyCulture committed to excellence, development, and continuous improvementExecutive visibility and career progression within a global organization