Site Manager

Plasticade; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Plasticade in Elkhart, IN seeks a Site Manager for its Rubber Manufacturing Plant. You will lead a cross-functional team across production, engineering, quality, warehouse and maintenance to build a high-performance culture and drive engagement with HR

as you own plant performance in SQCDM and execute priorities to hit KPI targets for OEE, downtime, labor productivity and inventory accuracy. The role also oversees budgeting, cost-saving initiatives and sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing experience with 2+ years leading a site or plant operation.
• Proven track record improving batch manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Lean/CI methodologies and implementing operational systems.
• Strong leadership presence, written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a cross-functional team across production, engineering, quality, warehouse, and maintenance.
• Drive a high-performance, value-aligned culture and workforce planning with HR.
• Own plant performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale (SQCDM).
• Meet KPI goals (OEE, downtime, labor productivity, inventory accuracy).
• Manage site budget, cost-saving initiatives, and EBITDA performance.
• Ensure strong system implementation and adherence to processes and systems.
• Lead improvements to throughput, standardization, and reliability.
• Promote a safety-first culture with OSHA and regulatory compliance.
• Support sustainability and waste-reduction initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing Experience

Lean/CI

ERP Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

SITE MANAGER - Rubber Manufacturing Plant

Elkhart, IN

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lead & develop a cross-functional team across production, engineering, quality, warehouse, & maintenance
• Build a value-aligned, collaborative, high-performance culture
• Drive engagement, talent development, & workforce planning in partnership with HR
• Own plant performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale (SQCDM)
• Execute site priorities to meet KPI goals (OEE, downtime, labor productivity, inventory accuracy, etc)
• Manage site budget, cost-saving initiatives, and EBITDA performance
• Ensure strong system implementation - including operational systems, process discipline, & adherence
• Lead & enhance systems that improve throughput, standardization, and reliability
• Reduce waste, improve cycle times, & strengthen process stability
• Champion a safety-first culture; ensure full OSHA & regulatory compliance
• Drive a zero-defect mindset & standardization of procedures
• Support sustainability & waste-reduction initiatives

POSITION REQUIRMENTS:

• 7+ years of manufacturing experience & 2+ years leading a site or plant operation
• Bachelor’s degree in related field OR equivalent experience & site leadership
• Proven track record leading & improving batch manufacturing processes
• Experience with Lean/CI methodologies including successfully implementing & sustaining operational systems
• Strong leadership presence with ability to influence at all levels both written & verbal
• Proficiency with ERP systems & Microsoft Office suite

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Works in an office environment with moderate noise levels, prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, & working on a computer
• Frequently (multiple times a day) spends time in Production and Warehouse areas which includes prolonged periods of standing and walking. Must wear required PPE in the designated operations areas
• Must be able to occasionally lift to 50 pounds
• Potential for occasional travel, up to 10%
• Compensation: $100k-$140k annually

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.

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