Project-Driven Plant Manager: Operations Leader

AMSC; Milford (CT); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AMSC seeks a Plant Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a project-driven environment. The role ensures safe, efficient production, on-time delivery, and financial performance while aligning Planning, Materials, Purchasing, and Inventory with project goals.

You will drive continuous improvement, develop capability, and foster accountability, safety, quality, and teamwork across the site. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Operations/Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience in a project-based manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Direct and manage shop floor activities based on production plans and processes.
• Oversee planning, materials, purchasing, and inventory control functions.
• Manage budgets, labor utilization, and performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Finance, and Sales to support project execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Production Planning

Lean Manufacturing

Budget Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

ERP/MRP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

AMSC seeks a Plant Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a project-driven environment. The role ensures safe, efficient production, on-time delivery, and financial performance while aligning Planning, Materials, Purchasing, and Inventory with project goals.

You will drive continuous improvement, develop capability, and foster accountability, safety, quality, and teamwork across the site. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of leadership are expected.