Plant Operations Leader — Lean, Safety & CI Excellence

MKS Inc.; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Atotech in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the manufacturing facility. You will drive operational excellence across manufacturing, maintenance, warehouse/logistics and supply chain, reporting to the Director of Operations.

The role requires 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong Lean/CI, root-cause analysis, Kaizen, and cross-functional collaboration skills to deliver top-notch

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, operations, or business required.
• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience leading Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Proven experience with root cause analysis using 8D, 5 Whys, and structured problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost objectives.
• Translate regional priorities into site-level operational plans and drive accountability for results.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, regulatory, and company requirements while promoting zero incidents.
• Lead manufacturing, maintenance, warehouse/logistics, and supply chain execution to meet customer demand and service levels.
• Manage operating costs, support budgeting and capital planning, and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Develop and mentor supervisors and employees into a high-performing, engaged workforce.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, EHS, Quality, HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to achieve objectives.
• Lead root-cause investigations (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Facilitate Kaizen events focused on safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, cost, and waste reduction.

Skills

Leadership experience

Manufacturing operations

Lean Manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Kaizen events

Financial acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Operations, or Business

Job description

MKS Atotech in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the manufacturing facility. You will drive operational excellence across manufacturing, maintenance, warehouse/logistics and supply chain, reporting to the Director of Operations.

The role requires 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong Lean/CI, root-cause analysis, Kaizen, and cross-functional collaboration skills to deliver top-notch