Plant Manager — Lean Manufacturing Leader

RiseMe; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

On-site medical clinics

Teladoc

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts with partners

Job summary

HSM, a long-standing manufacturing leader, seeks an experienced plant operations leader to oversee daily manufacturing activities, drive lean initiatives, and optimize production throughput. You will partner with Engineering on new product launches, maintain strict safety standards, and promote a culture of continuous improvement across a high-volume facility.

The role requires a strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, and ERP/MRP systems, with a track record of delivering efficiency and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent education and leadership experience considered
• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience with responsibility for operations, production, quality, safety, and employee development
• Experience in Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership roles preferred
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments (furniture, automotive, bedding, or similar) preferred
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, and continuous improvement
• Experience with production scheduling, capacity planning, inventory management, labor optimization, ERP/MRP systems, and performance metrics
• Working knowledge of fabrication, assembly, warehousing, and shipping operations
• Understanding of maintenance, capital equipment planning, automation, and manufacturing technology improvements

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations including foam cutting, fabrication, kitting, packaging, shipping, and supporting production activities
• Develop and execute operating plans aligning plant performance with business objectives and customer needs
• Drive operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Standard Work, Visual Management, 5S, and waste elimination
• Optimize production scheduling, labor utilization, equipment performance, and material flow to increase throughput and efficiency
• Establish and monitor KPIs to improve productivity, quality, inventory accuracy, and overall plant performance
• Partner with Engineering on new product launches, process improvements, equipment installations, and automation initiatives
• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental and company requirements
• Support ISO 9001 requirements while advancing automotive readiness through IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 principles

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

5S

Standard Work

Visual Management

Waste elimination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

CNC machinery

Automation technologies

Job description

HSM, a long-standing manufacturing leader, seeks an experienced plant operations leader to oversee daily manufacturing activities, drive lean initiatives, and optimize production throughput. You will partner with Engineering on new product launches, maintain strict safety standards, and promote a culture of continuous improvement across a high-volume facility.

The role requires a strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, and ERP/MRP systems, with a track record of delivering efficiency and quality