Plant Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Relapath; Tecumseh Township (MI); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Relapath is seeking an experienced Plant Manager for a direct-hire opportunity at a manufacturing site in Tecumseh, Michigan. The role leads plant operations, develops high-performing teams, and drives operational excellence, quality, productivity, and profitability.

The successful candidate will oversee Production, Engineering, Shipping & Receiving, manage budgets, analyze financial performance, and lead continuous improvement initiatives including ERP/MRP optimization, cost control, and

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in managing operations in a manufacturing environment, including shipping and receiving, and leading production and engineering teams.
• Progression of responsibility in manufacturing supervisory roles and proven leadership capabilities.
• Experience managing manufacturing budgets, analyzing financial performance, and understanding plant-level P&L.
• Experience overseeing production operations and coordinating multiple departments.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience driving continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and SPC in manufacturing.
• Experience with capital planning, investment evaluation, and IRR analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Direct, manage, and coordinate plant operations to achieve production, quality, safety, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Provide leadership across departments including Production, Engineering, and Shipping & Receiving.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and employees, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Establish and monitor production goals, schedules, and KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and ERP/MRP utilization to optimize throughput.
• Coordinate new product introductions and transitions into production with engineering and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges and maintain customer satisfaction.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Operational management

Financial analysis

ERP/MRP understanding

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

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

Herramientas

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Relapath is seeking an experienced Plant Manager for a direct-hire opportunity with our client, an established manufacturer located in Tecumseh, Michigan.

This position provides an opportunity for a results-driven manufacturing leader to oversee plant operations, develop high-performing teams, and drive operational excellence, quality, productivity, and profitability.

The ideal candidate will bring progressive manufacturing leadership experience, strong financial and operational management capabilities, and a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Experience in metal manufacturing, assembly and automation, or related industrial environments is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations & Leadership

• Direct, manage, and coordinate plant operations to achieve production, quality, safety, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Provide leadership and oversight across manufacturing departments, including Production, Engineering, and Shipping & Receiving.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and employees, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish and monitor production goals, schedules, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization.

Financial Management & Strategic Planning

• Develop and manage manufacturing budgets encompassing labor, materials, and overhead.
• Analyze income statements, operating expenses, and financial performance to identify cost drivers and opportunities for improved profitability.
• Monitor plant financial performance and implement cost-control strategies.
• Lead capital planning activities, evaluate investment opportunities, and conduct return on investment (ROI) and internal rate of return (IRR) analyses.
• Support strategic initiatives aligned with organizational objectives and long-term operational performance.

Production Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation utilizing ERP/MRP systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective action initiatives, and process improvement efforts.
• Coordinate new product introductions and transitions from development into production, ensuring manufacturing readiness and process effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and other departments to optimize manufacturing processes.

Quality, Maintenance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with established quality management systems, manufacturing procedures, and applicable safety requirements.
• Support quality improvement initiatives utilizing ISO standards, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and other established manufacturing practices.
• Oversee equipment maintenance programs, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair activities to minimize downtime.
• Promote a safe, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges and maintain customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience managing operations in a manufacturing environment, including shipping and receiving, and managing production and engineering teams.
• Demonstrated progression of responsibility in manufacturing supervisory and leadership positions.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, strengthen employee capabilities, and drive organizational performance.
• Experience managing manufacturing budgets, analyzing financial performance, and understanding plant-level P&L.
• Experience overseeing production operations and coordinating multiple manufacturing departments.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality systems and procedures, including ISO standards and SPC.
• Understanding of equipment maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair processes.
• Experience managing new product introductions and transitioning products from development into production.
• Experience with capital planning, investment evaluation, and IRR analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, data analysis, financial reporting, and operational performance tracking.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree specifically in Engineering or Business.
• Experience in metal abrasives, metal manufacturing, foundry operations, metal processing, assembly and automation, or related industrial manufacturing environments
• Direct responsibility for plant-level P&L performance.
• Demonstrated success improving manufacturing productivity, quality, profitability, and overall operational efficiency.