Plant Operations Leader — Lean, Safe, High-Impact Manufacturing

Techtronic Industries; Grenada (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Medical Coverage

Dental, and Vision Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Incentive Compensation

Education Assistance

Flexible PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

On-Site Wellness

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Plant Manager to lead defined operations functions supporting its global power tools facilities. You will drive operational excellence, implement world-class manufacturing strategies, and build high-performing teams that support ambitious growth.

As a leader, you’ll ensure the facility meets its objectives, develops its people, and embodies Milwaukee’s cultural values through data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or Industrial Technology or related area.
• 5 years’ experience leading operations and a diverse workforce, including 2+ years in plant management.
• Experience or certification in Lean/Six Sigma, inventory management/planning, and/or project management are preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills: motivate, coach, and drive the team to results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the facilities readiness to support manufacturing operations.
• Develop staffing and training plans for the plant – short and long-term.
• Build and maintain a safe, efficient plant with a culture anchored on company values.
• Develop KPIs and manage them to meet or exceed goals.
• Balance daily objectives with strategic improvement projects.
• Plan and manage the plant budget to maintain financial health.
• Lead production oversight to ensure on-time delivery and inventory targets.
• Manage logistics and supply chain relationships to ensure continuity of supply.
• Drive cross-functional teams to achieve safety, quality, service, and cost targets.
• Identify gaps and optimize processes, systems, and flow across value streams.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Strategic planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Plant Manager to lead defined operations functions supporting its global power tools facilities. You will drive operational excellence, implement world-class manufacturing strategies, and build high-performing teams that support ambitious growth.

As a leader, you’ll ensure the facility meets its objectives, develops its people, and embodies Milwaukee’s cultural values through data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.