Plant Operations Manager — Automotive Manufacturing

Workforce Recruiter; Bloomington (IL); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Workforce Recruiter is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily plant operations in a complex manufacturing environment, with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. You will lead Production Supervisors and cross-functional teams, drive Lean initiatives, 5S, and continuous improvement, and support new program launches.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent leadership experience, a proven track record in automotive supplier settings, and strong knowledge

Formación

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing complex manufacturing operations; automotive supplier experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting new program launches and production ramp-ups.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Working knowledge of automotive quality systems and customer requirements.
• Experience with financial controls, budgeting, labor management, and operational KPIs.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive measurable operational results.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Lead production teams and ensure customer schedules and manufacturing requirements are met.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor labor efficiency, machine utilization, production performance, and operating costs.
• Lead and develop Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, Technicians, and production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer-specific requirements, and safety policies.
• Lead root cause analysis and 8D corrective actions to address quality, downtime, and production issues.
• Support new program launches, production readiness, and manufacturing ramp-up activities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve productivity, and increase plant profitability.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment.
• Communicate operational performance, improvement initiatives, and business results to senior management.
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and a culture of operational excellence.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Team Development

Operational Excellence

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Herramientas

8D problem solving

Descripción del empleo

Workforce Recruiter is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily plant operations in a complex manufacturing environment, with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. You will lead Production Supervisors and cross-functional teams, drive Lean initiatives, 5S, and continuous improvement, and support new program launches.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent leadership experience, a proven track record in automotive supplier settings, and strong knowledge