Plant Manager: Automotive & Heavy Industry Operations Leader

Korn Ferry Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry, on behalf of our client, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead a growing manufacturing operation in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. This leadership role oversees safety, quality, production, materials, maintenance, and cost performance to drive plant results.

The successful candidate will build and develop strong teams, instill accountability, and implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience leading plant operations with focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Progressive leadership within automotive, commercial vehicle, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Ability to develop salaried and hourly teams and drive measurable performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant operations including safety, quality, production, materials, and maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost control, and financial performance.
• Build strong teams, set accountability, and develop workforce.
• Lead Lean initiatives and improve productivity and delivery.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Safety Management

Quality Management

Production Leadership

Team Leadership

Cost Reduction

Operational Excellence

Job description

Korn Ferry, on behalf of our client, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead a growing manufacturing operation in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. This leadership role oversees safety, quality, production, materials, maintenance, and cost performance to drive plant results.

The successful candidate will build and develop strong teams, instill accountability, and implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and delivery.