Plant Manager

Yanfeng; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng is seeking a Plant Manager to independently oversee its manufacturing operations in alignment with strategic and annual profit plans. You will direct all plant activities including safety, quality, logistics, maintenance and employee relations, while leading continuous improvement initiatives.

You will manage a cross-functional team, ensure robust policy deployment in lean manufacturing, and drive cost efficiency, on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 7 years experience in plant/department leadership roles.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing or equivalent plant environment preferred.
• Strong leadership, decision-making and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Plant Management team and direct plant operations across production, engineering, quality, supply chain, IT and EHS.
• Maintain and improve the quality system and Environmental Management System; conduct management reviews.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and site safety; manage document and data control.
• Coordinate planning with departmental managers to achieve manufacturing objectives on time and cost effectively.
• Drive lean initiatives, cost reduction, on-time delivery, visual controls and performance measurement.

Skills

Leadership

Change leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Innovative problem solver

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance or similar

Job description

Job Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for independently managing the plant manufacturing operations in line with the strategic and annual profit plans. Directs all plant operations with overall responsibilities for Safety, Quality, Logistics, Operations, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance and Employee Relations.

Job Description

The Plant Manager is responsible for independently managing the plant manufacturing operations in line with the strategic and annual profit plans. Directs all plant operations with overall responsibilities for Safety, Quality, Logistics, Operations, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance and Employee Relations.

Essential Functions Of The Job

The Plant Manager We Need:
Change Leader | Energetic & Collaborative in Leadership | Champion of Culture | Highly Motivated | Excellent Communicator | Outside of the Box Thinker | Innovative Problem Solver | Continuous Improvement Mindset

Responsibilities

• Leads the Plant Management team and direct and manage plant operations for production, technical, engineering, launch, quality, supply chain, IT and EHS.
• Manages and maintains the quality system; provides the resources necessary to maintain the quality system.
• Manages and maintains the Environmental Management System; provides the resources necessary to maintain the quality of the system.
• Conducts management reviews of the quality and EM system.
• Responsible for customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for the safety of employees, visitors and contractors within the site.
• Ensures document and data control at the plant level.
• Coordinate plant activities through planning with departmental managers to insure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Manage policy deployment in areas of lean manufacturing techniques, quality, cost reduction, complete and on-time delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, employee relations and engagement, visual controls and plant performance measures.
• Provides leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training and development.
• Provides leadership for problem resolution to facilitate faster improvements and improved working relationships.
• Prepare the Plant Profit Plan with the assistance of the plant staff and submits the Plant Profit Plan to Vice President of Operations and CFO for review

Essential Job Duties

• Manage the operations within the plant with support from a cross functional staff of departmental managers
• Plan, organize and direct the manufacturing operation to ensure the most effective return on assets and obtainment of production schedules and overall business objectives
• Manage policy deployment in areas of lean manufacturing techniques, quality, cost reduction, complete and on-time delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, employee relations & engagement, visual controls and plant performance measures
• Create profit plan including budgets, personnel and investment plans
• Control deviations from the planned “actual” values and introducing corrective measures
• Monitor daily & monthly company directed KPI’s and report out to Regional Director in monthly MOR
• Provide root cause analysis of production and quality issues and make appropriate decisions based on risk analysisAssure that all corporate guidelines and procedures are adhered to
• Communicate regularly with direct reports and management and supervise their performance in all functions including performance evaluations
• Manage plant launch team to achieve corporate launch objectives
• Maintain high level of customer, community and public relations in keeping with the corporate image
• Identify the needs for capital acquisition, gather information and obtain appropriate approvals

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance or similar field
• Minimum 7 years experience with plant/department responsibilities
• 7 years experience automotive manufacturing, plastic injection molding or similar plant environment, some within a JIT environment
• Strong team building, decision making, communication and people management skills
• Familiarity with industry standard equipment and corresponding technical expertise
• Extensive experience working/communicating with customers and suppliers

About Us

Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future.

In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide.

Become a part of something more. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.

About The Team

ABOUT THE TEAM

Yanfeng is committed to developing our employees through opportunities like development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism. Our industry-leading team is looking to recruit highly motivated and engaged talent. Upon joining Yanfeng, new employees will get a detailed introduction through our comprehensive onboarding process. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!