Plant Manager

Lear Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Antolin, a leading global automotive supplier, is seeking a site leadership role in Michigan. You will oversee quality management, environmental compliance, and the P&L, while driving strategic initiatives aligned with group goals.

This role interfaces with commercial teams and multi-department groups to deliver sustained performance. You will develop actionable plans, drive continuous improvement, and ensure transparent communication with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or related field degree or relevant work experience.
• 7-10 years experience in the automotive/production field.
• Strategic thinker with effective collaboration with manufacturing operations.
• Results oriented leader with accountability at all levels.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and driving change.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations, quality target achievement, and coordination with commercial teams.
• Own environmental matters within the site and liaise with stakeholders.
• Manage site P&L and strategic planning across functions like HR, finance, and sales.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies aligned with group objectives.
• Translate strategy into clear priorities, goals, and performance metrics.
• Ensure transparent communication with senior leaders about activities, threats, and opportunities.
• Monitor site performance, implement corrective actions, and develop detailed reports.
• Support management in achieving departmental goals.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Results oriented

Leadership

People development

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Education

Manufacturing degree or related field

Job description

Antolin is a leading global automotive supplier, we are experts in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles around the world. Our product portfolio includes trim, headliners, and acoustic systems, as well as lighting and other interior systems. We offer comprehensive solutions with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Our products are used in many of the world’s leading car brands, including JLR, BMW, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, and Ford.

What can we offer you:

• You will be part of a highly engaged multinational Organization with international career opportunities.
• We offer you a learning journey adapted to your professional experience.
• You will work on international projects for world- renowned companies in Automotive sector.
• You can find an Open Environment to learn new technologies.
• We can offer you a competitive salary, benefits and valuable OEM discounts.

Mission:

• Holds responsibility for the development, administration, capability, and compliance of the Quality Management and Quality Assurance Systems.

Responsibilities:

• All aspects of the site's operational, quality & financial targets, ensuring all departments are interlinking with the commercial teams effectively.
• Overall responsibility for all environmental matters within the site and liaison with the effectively.
• Manage all functions within the site P&L operating within a wider group environment - including strategy, operations, HR, finance, sales, capital expenditures, forecasting, budgeting, audit performance and expense management and support key divisional planning.
• Establishing and implementing strategies that have long-term impact on business results in alignment with group objectives.
• Developing actionable business strategies and plans for the site that ensure alignment with short term and long-term objectives.
• Translating strategy into a clear set of strategic priorities and plans for the site, clear goals and metrics and drive results, a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Regular, consistent, and transparent communication with the wider groups and other senior leaders on business activities, potential threats, opportunities, and recommended actions.
• Monitoring site performance and establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports, both current and forecasting.
• Developing and support management team to deliver against departmental goals.

What we are looking for:

• Manufacturing or related field Degree or relevant work experience
• 7-10 years experience in the automotive/ production field (required if candidate holds no degree)
• A strategic thinker who is also effective working closely with the manufacturing operation.
• A results oriented leader with experience driving a best practice culture and driving accountability at all levels.
• Working knowledge Continuous Improvement and a proven track record of managing a business through a period of change.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Here at Antolin, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.