Plant Manager

Clarios, LLC in; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee operations at a unionized manufacturing facility. In this pivotal role, you will direct production activities, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance with safety standards. You will leverage your extensive experience in manufacturing and plant leadership to foster a culture of continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and innovation in energy storage solutions, where your leadership will shape the future of transportation and make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision care

401(k) savings plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible spending

Short-and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Domestic partner benefits

Full-service cafeteria

Workout facility

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing with 5+ years in plant leadership.
• Experience in leading a union facility and using Lean/Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Direct production and operations for the Tampa plant.
• Drive safety initiatives and continuous improvement using Lean tools.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Production Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Engineering or Business

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Operations, you will be responsible for directing production and operations for our plant in Tampa, FL by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers and/or supervisors. This site is a unionized manufacturing facility, with approximately 275 associates, producing automotive, Marine, Motorcycle and Heavy Duty batteries.

How you will do it:

1. Lead by example to develop the plant salaried team, model leadership behaviors, and drive employee engagement while meeting customer expectations. Partner with the site HR Leader to maintain a healthy working relationship with union leadership.
2. Develop and communicate a vision for the facility to all employees, conduct monthly all-hands meetings to communicate plant performance to goals, and work with the site Plant Controller to develop the plant operating plan and communicate monthly performance versus plan.
3. Drive safety, health, and environmental initiatives at the plant to keep employees safe and ensure full compliance with all laws and regulations. Develop and lead a plant operating rhythm and KPIs, including a daily Gemba walk to monitor and meet daily plant objectives.
4. Coordinate production activities with procurement, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to meet on-time fulfillment targets and internal and external quality goals. Plan and direct production activities, establish production priorities, and manage materials and control plant spending by monitoring KPIs for production requirements, overtime hours, and scrap/waste material.
5. Drive continuous improvement in the plant by sponsoring the use of Lean and Six Sigma tools, achieving and sustaining maturity levels in the Clarios Manufacturing System Model, and developing and implementing operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
6. Review and analyze production, quality control, maintenance, and operation reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems. Coordinate with components master scheduling and peer Plant Managers across the components organization to balance production requirements and drive best practices. Manage key projects as assigned.

What we look for:

Required:

1. A bachelor's degree is required; Engineering or Business preferred.
2. A minimum of 10 years of working in a manufacturing environment is required; 5+ years of experience in plant leadership is required.
3. Prior experience leading a union facility.
4. Demonstrated experience using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools preferred.

Preferred:

1. Prior experience managing a turnaround environment.

What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire.
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts.
• Parental and caregiver leave programs.
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits.
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership.
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility.
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2024's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world's most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we're not just making batteries; we're shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.