Plant Operations Leader — Lean, High-Volume Manufacturing

Energy Jobline ZR; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Michigan is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to lead high-speed, high-volume manufacturing operations, drive production efficiency, and ensure quality, safety and reliability across multiple plant functions. You will oversee production management, quality, inventory, warehousing, shipping and receiving, and product launches, guiding teams on process improvements and Lean practices.

The role demands hands-on leadership, 7+ years in operations management, and a proactive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering.
• Seven or more years’ operations management experience in high volume manufacturing operations; paper converting experience is a plus.
• Lean principles training and effective leadership experience.
• Hands-on, walk-around plant floor management style.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage the entire plant and staff to meet company objectives and production goals.
• Identify areas for improvement across functions and implement changes.
• Maintain an effective maintenance program for machinery and facility.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach to meet delivery schedules.
• Oversee inventory and procurement of production materials, tools, and parts.
• Supervise staff, assign work, review performance, and provide development input.
• Provide ongoing training to increase staff knowledge and skills.
• Ensure staff adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Adhere to Operational KPIs and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Lean principles

Operations management

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering or Business

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR in Michigan is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to lead high-speed, high-volume manufacturing operations, drive production efficiency, and ensure quality, safety and reliability across multiple plant functions. You will oversee production management, quality, inventory, warehousing, shipping and receiving, and product launches, guiding teams on process improvements and Lean practices.

The role demands hands-on leadership, 7+ years in operations management, and a proactive