Plant Manager - Remanufacturing Ops Leader

TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries); Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries) in Livonia seeks a Plant Manager to lead a 60+ person team and execute the site operating plan. You will oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and make data-driven decisions to meet targets.

The role requires an entrepreneurial, collaborative leader who champions safety, quality, and sustainability while managing budget, KPIs, and staffing for scalable, customer-centered manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience
• Proven ability to manage budgets and drive performance with KPIs
• Experience in manufacturing/operations environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influence skills
• Willingness to travel ~10%, especially during onboarding (first 60 days)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a hands-on Operations Leader in a fast-paced remanufacturing environment focused on automotive lights.
• Lead and develop a 60+ person team to fulfill customer orders while championing sustainable manufacturing practices.
• Drive operational excellence through a process-driven approach, emphasizing quality and customer-first mindset.
• Manage facility operations to ensure optimal inventory, efficient workflows, and staffing aligned with the plan and P&L objectives.
• Instill urgency and accountability to meet and exceed KPIs and targets.
• Champion continuous improvement to reduce waste and variability.
• Foster safety and OSHA/compliance with a clean, hazard-free environment.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and implement best-in-class inventory practices.
• Promote teamwork, coaching, and retention of top talent.
• Embrace entrepreneurial mindset and drive innovation across the operation.
• Demonstrate passion for quality from handling to customer delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Process improvement

Strategic planning

Team development

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries) in Livonia seeks a Plant Manager to lead a 60+ person team and execute the site operating plan. You will oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and make data-driven decisions to meet targets.

The role requires an entrepreneurial, collaborative leader who champions safety, quality, and sustainability while managing budget, KPIs, and staffing for scalable, customer-centered manufacturing.