Senior Plant Operations Leader

Summit Polymers; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Polymers is seeking a Manager of Operations (Manufacturing) to direct the plant's daily activities, drive safety, quality, cost control and on-time delivery. You will manage Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Materials, Maintenance, and Lean Manufacturing teams, ensuring continuous improvement and strict adherence to SPI systems.

The role requires leading a high-performance team, implementing 5S, safety programs, and coordinating capital projects, capacity planning, and new product

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in technical or management role with knowledge of manufacturing processes and budgeting.
• Experience with quality control procedures and human resource management techniques.
• 4-year degree or 7+ years progressive manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates all plant operations to meet safety, quality, cost and delivery goals.
• Oversees plant staff including department managers for Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Materials, Maintenance, and Lean Engineering.
• Ensures compliance with SLMS, IATF 16949, ISO 14001 and corporate standards.
• Leads talent development and team-building across shifts and functions.
• Maintains positive industrial and community relations and resource planning.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or manufacturing

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

Summit Polymers is seeking a Manager of Operations (Manufacturing) to direct the plant's daily activities, drive safety, quality, cost control and on-time delivery. You will manage Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Materials, Maintenance, and Lean Manufacturing teams, ensuring continuous improvement and strict adherence to SPI systems.

The role requires leading a high-performance team, implementing 5S, safety programs, and coordinating capital projects, capacity planning, and new product