Plant Manager

Nexform; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

NexForm, a leading automotive fiber solutions manufacturer, seeks a Plant Manager for the Warrensburg, MO facility. You will lead all manufacturing operations, drive continuous improvement, and manage safety, quality, and cost objectives. Strong Lean, Six Sigma, and financial acumen are essential.

The role reports to the COO and oversees Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, EHS, and HR. Automotive background preferred and experience scaling operations is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in plant/ops leadership.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Lean, Six Sigma and Operational Excellence experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all manufacturing operations within the facility.
• Establish and execute plant objectives aligned with company goals.
• Foster safety, quality, and operational excellence culture.
• Develop plant leadership and promote teamwork and succession planning.
• Lead plant communication and employee engagement activities.
• Direct daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost goals.
• Monitor performance using KPIs and ensure customer requirements are met.
• Optimize labor, equipment, and material resources for efficiency.
• Lead performance reviews and develop action plans.
• Manage the plant operating budget and costs.
• Drive cost reduction and productivity improvements.
• Support capital planning and ROI analyses.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and ISO/Regulatory standards.
• Lead Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Operational Excellence

Six Sigma

OEE

Budgeting

Financial management

ERP systems

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

MES

MS Excel

Job description

BUILD THE FUTURE OF INDUSTRIAL INNOVATION

A fast-paced, high-impact environment where innovation, collaboration, and ownership drive everything we do. Here, your work makes a difference.

Opportunities to learn, grow, and lead.

Training Programs

Drive excellence in production with advanced training.

Innovation Environment

Ensure the highest standards in everything we deliver

EXPLORE OUR DEPARTMENTS

ENGINEERING

Design, develop and optimize solutions

MANUFACTURING

Drive excellence in production and processes

QUALITY

Ensure the highest standards in everything

CORPORATE

Support and enhance operational efficiency

Location: Warrensburg, MO

Job Id:124

# of Openings:0

Department: Operations

Reports to: COO

We’re looking for a forward-thinking problem solver and change-maker ready to help take NexForm to the next level. The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and profitability of the manufacturing facility. This position directs all plant operations, including Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), and Human Resources, to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacture of products that meet customer expectations.

The Plant Manager develops and executes operational strategies that drive continuous improvement, employee engagement, operational excellence, and financial performance while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer focus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all manufacturing operations within the facility.
• Establish and execute plant objectives aligned with company strategy and business goals.
• Foster a culture focused on safety, quality, operational excellence, accountability, and employee engagement.
• Develop and coach plant leadership while promoting teamwork and succession planning.
• Lead plant communication initiatives and employee engagement activities.
• Direct daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Monitor operational performance using key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure customer requirements are consistently met through effective planning and execution.
• Optimize labor, equipment, and material resources to maximize operational efficiency.
• Lead plant performance reviews and develop action plans to achieve business objectives.
• Develop and manage the plant operating budget.
• Monitor labor, manufacturing, maintenance, inventory, and operating costs.
• Drive cost reduction and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Support capital planning, capital investment decisions, and return-on-investment analyses.
• Achieve plant financial objectives while maintaining customer service and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, environmental regulations, and company safety policies.
• Champion a zero-incident safety culture throughout the facility.
• Partner with Quality to ensure compliance with customer requirements, IATF 16949, ISO standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective action initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical business practices.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Drive improvements in productivity, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), throughput, inventory management, and cost performance.
• Promote innovation and best practice sharing across departments.
• Support digital manufacturing and process automation initiative
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team.
• Establish performance expectations and conduct leadership evaluations.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development.
• Foster an inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of ten years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• At least five years of plant or operations leadership experience.
• Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Multi-department leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing operations, supply chain, engineering, quality systems, maintenance, and financial management.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence principles.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and organizational development skills.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, labor costs, and capital expenditures.
• Excellent analytical, strategic planning, and decision-making abilities.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, manufacturing metrics, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lead organizational change and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Who We Are

NexForm, headquartered in Battle Creek, Michigan, is a vertically integrated manufacturer of engineered fiber solutions for automotive thermal and noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) applications. We design and produce lightweight, durable components for leading OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, with operations in the U.S. and Mexico. Backed by Crest Rock, NexForm is focused on growth through innovation, expanded capabilities, and operational excellence.

NexForm offers competitive compensation and benefits package (including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, Rx, life insurance, disability coverage, 401K and company match, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement eligibility, etc.)

NexForm is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At NexForm, we take pride in our diverse team. Our organization is made up of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, races, beliefs, and experiences, all united by a shared goal of making a positive impact. We’ve seen firsthand the strength that equity brings and believe everyone should have equal opportunities to grow, succeed, and live with purpose.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that, in accordance with NexForm Technologies policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any agency, individual, or entity that submits a resume without prior authorization does so with the understanding that Motus reserves the right to hire the candidate at its discretion without any obligation to pay a fee.

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