Plant Manager

American Axle & Manufacturing; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation, a premier driveline and metal forming supplier, seeks a Plant Manager to lead the Alamance team in Mebane, NC. You will plan, direct and coordinate all manufacturing operations, driving safety, efficiency and profitability through actionable plans and cross‑functional alignment.

The ideal candidate brings 10–15 years manufacturing experience in automotive, with strong leadership and Lean Kaizen expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business management, manufacturing or related field.
• Minimum 7 years hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 5 years progressive leadership experience in automotive/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of action plans to achieve business plan.
• Plan and direct manufacturing activities with interdepartmental collaboration to promote safety and performance.
• Determine staffing levels, shifts, schedules, and machine requirements; manage labor hours.
• Provide technical leadership for new product/process development and design review to ensure manufacturability.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Kaizen

Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management, manufacturing or related field

Job description

Job Posting TitlePlant ManagerJob Description SummaryDauch is searching for a Plant Manager to join our Alamance team located in Mebane, NC.As a Plant Manager you will be responsible for the planning, directing and coordinating of all the organization’s operations. You will also be responsible for improving performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability through the implementation of effective methods and strategies while managing a team of managers, supervisors, and other direct reports.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10-15 years’ experience in manufacturing within the automotive industry.Job Description:Lead the development and execution of action plans required to achieve the business plan.Work with the corporate staff to ensure adequate resources are in place to meet business objectives.Plan and direct the manufacturing activities working closely with all departments in order to promote a safe working environment, establish standards of performance, progress measurements, and interdepartmental flow.Determine staffing levels, shift requirements, operating schedules, and make recommendations regarding machinery.Create an accident free culture by implementing, supporting and training as required to comply with all facets of the company’s environmental, health and safety systems.Analyze production capacity and workload in order to determine machine usage and establish required labor hours.Manage Facility Staff with overall responsibility for Operations associates in manufacturing areas.Provide technical leadership for new product/process development including machine retool activities and prototype manufacturing.Participate in design review process in order to ensure manufacturability was considered in design and product specifications are clearReview financial statements and data and utilize financial data to improve profitabilityPrepare and control operational budgets; Plan effective strategies for the financial well-being of the companyUnderstanding of 5S, demonstrate S4 principles in daily job duties.Show attention to detail, maintain a productive attitude and have willingness to take the extra steps needed to ensure the job is done correctly.All other duties as assigned.Required Skills and EducationBachelor's degree in business management, manufacturing or related field.7+ years hands on manufacturing experience.5+ years progressive leadership experience within an automotive/manufacturing environment.Solid and extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, daily operations, material handling, quality criteria, safety and human resource issues.High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others; including, but not limited to, all levels of management, associates and customers.Strong level of planning, organizational and analytical abilities to troubleshoot where problems are complex.Prior Lean Kaizen manufacturing experience.About Dauch:Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.