Senior Automotive Manufacturing Leader: Ops & Growth

Calqulate Metrics Ltd; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401K

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd. seeks a Sr. Manufacturing Manager to lead production in a growing automotive supplier facility in the St. Joseph, MI area. You will own P&L, drive Lean initiatives, and manage a 100+ person multi-shift team on the manufacturing floor.

You will report to the General Manager and shape the operation through strategic planning, budgeting, and continuous improvement, with 401K, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Minimum five years in a similar operations management role.
• Experience in metals environments (stamping, machining, fabrication) or automotive supplier experience.
• Experience overseeing direct and indirect reports.
• Experience managing 100+ staff in multi-shift operations.
• Working knowledge of variable costs and labor planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant P&L and cost management to maximize profitability and control costs.
• Direct daily production activities with 6–12 month planning horizon.
• Oversee operations budget, labor planning, scheduling, and material control.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and plant cleanliness.
• Ensure regulatory and safety compliance and manage safety programs.
• Develop and manage the operations leadership team and talent.
• Foster a culture of accountability and rapid problem resolution.
• Oversee workforce management including schedules, attendance, and vacations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

People management

Lean Manufacturing

Problem solving

Safety culture

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate degree acceptable

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Calqulate Metrics Ltd. seeks a Sr. Manufacturing Manager to lead production in a growing automotive supplier facility in the St. Joseph, MI area. You will own P&L, drive Lean initiatives, and manage a 100+ person multi-shift team on the manufacturing floor.

You will report to the General Manager and shape the operation through strategic planning, budgeting, and continuous improvement, with 401K, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits in a modern facility.