Plant Startup & Operations Leader

Nelson Global Products, Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Global Products, Inc. is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the startup, launch, and ongoing operations of a satellite manufacturing facility in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

You will guide production, welding, painting, and finishing operations, drive safety, quality, and cost objectives, and develop a high-performance team. You will coordinate with corporate leadership and cross-functional teams to meet production schedules, implement continuous improvement, and ensure reliability and efficiency at

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years leading manufacturing operations.
• Strong project management with planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Experience supervising hourly production staff.
• Knowledge of Lean, CI, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead startup, commissioning, and ramp-up of the Oshkosh facility.
• Oversee production, welding, fabrication, painting, and finishing operations.
• Maintain safety, quality, and cost objectives.
• Develop and manage KPIs, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Coach and develop production supervisors and staff.
• Ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Project management

ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations/Engineering

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Nelson Global Products, Inc. is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the startup, launch, and ongoing operations of a satellite manufacturing facility in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

You will guide production, welding, painting, and finishing operations, drive safety, quality, and cost objectives, and develop a high-performance team. You will coordinate with corporate leadership and cross-functional teams to meet production schedules, implement continuous improvement, and ensure reliability and efficiency at