Plant Manager

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Richland Center (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Plant Manager for its Richland Center facility. This role involves overseeing manufacturing operations, implementing strategies for quality and cost efficiency, and leading a diverse team of approximately 300 employees. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a Bachelor's degree, and extensive experience in production management. The company offers a range of benefits including health insurance and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Time off

Parental and Caregiver Leave

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 8+ years of management experience in production operations.
• Ability to travel 5% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement in costs, quality, and delivery.
• Manage financial performance and develop budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Manufacturing Process Knowledge

Employee Relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP

Six Sigma

Job description

Richland Center, Wisconsin, United States

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you, we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As the Plant Manager of Richland Center, you will provide the overall leadership and management of manufacturing operations and the operations strategy for complex electrical equipment product lines. The Plant Manager is responsible for establishing and implementing operations strategy that will drive the Richland Center plant as a high-quality low-cost producer of key Rockwell Automation products. Key functions include manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, employee relations, production control, inventory control, procurement, information technology, quality, safety and environment, and logistics.

The position collaborates with global business partners to work toward common platforms, methods, procedures, and systems. It has leadership responsibilities to drive a lean continuous improvement culture leading to quality improvements, cycle time reductions, safety improvements, cost and waste reductions, inventory reductions, supplier development, and on-time shipping performance.

The Plant Manager at this location has direct and indirect reports of approximately 300 employees. You will report to the Senior Director of Manufacturing Operations.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Manufacturing process knowledge in make-to-stock assembly environment
2. Materials and order management, planning, and procurement knowledge
3. Manufacturing Engineering Acumen
4. Responsible for driving continuous improvement regarding costs of goods sold, quality, delivery, cycle time, lead time, and asset management through Lean practices.
5. Capacity planning and management
6. Demonstrates business leadership throughout the organization to create and achieve strategic and tactical objectives for the operation. Responsible for developing, maintaining, and implementing a Strategic Manufacturing and Operations Plan that supports productivity and financial objectives.
7. Quality systems management
8. Employee relations within a diverse workforce
9. Develop expense and capital budgets and manage financial performance.
10. Manage all issues associated with facility operations, maintenance, and Rockwell Automation's presence in the local community
11. Ensure familiarity with company policies and procedures, applying them in compliance with government laws. Policies include Standards of Business Conduct and Ethics, Intellectual Property, Control Environment, Information Protection, ISO 9000 & 14000, government regulations (e.g., health, safety, security, quality, environmental), and functional policies.
12. Create, motivate, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives.
13. Lead systemic workforce planning and succession planning, including top talent development
14. Foster a performance-based culture, including performance standards and career development to enhance employee engagement and retention.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)
• Ability to travel 5% of the time

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain
• 8+ years of management experience in production operations, including multiple functional areas
• Financial business knowledge and strategic planning experience
• ERP experience
• Experience in lean manufacturing
• Master's degree
• Experience with global operations
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification

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What We Offer:

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Learn more about our benefits at www.raquickfind.com

At Rockwell Automation, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will determine the level and compensation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact our services team at [phone].