Sr. Manufacturing Manager

Tom Trese; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Tom Trese is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Manager for its St. Joseph, MI location. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily production activities in a tech-driven automotive environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will lead a dedicated team while managing P&L responsibilities, driving Lean initiatives, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits including 401K and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• At least five years in a comparable operations management role.
• Strong background in continuous improvement with proven results.
• Experience leading root cause analysis and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities and contribute to long-range operational strategies.
• Evaluate plant P&L to maximize profitability and drive cost control.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing practices and overall plant cleanliness.

Skills

Operations management

Automotive supplier experience

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

P&L knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate's considered

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Sr. Manufacturing Manager

St. Joseph, MI area

Competitive Salary, Bonus, 401K, and More!

Lead the operations of a premier, tech-driven automotive manufacturer with over 50 years of stability, inheriting a 100% permanent workforce and the autonomy to drive team growth and operational excellence.

Key Highlights

• 50+ Years of Stability: Take true ownership of operations for a premier automotive employer backed by a long-tenured GM and a wave of incoming new business.
• No Contingent Labor: Lead a dedicated, 100% permanent plant workforce where we actively focus on developing from within and growing internal talent.
• Modern, Tech-Driven Facility: Work in a large, newly remodeled office near the manufacturing floor, managing a plant updated with cutting‑edge technology.
• Great Rewards: Boost your earnings with annual bonus potential and choose from multiple comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• True Leadership Impact: Step into a role where you are leading the growth of your team and shaping the future of the operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily production activities, providing leadership through a 6–12‑month planning cycle, contributing directly to long‑range operational strategies.
• Evaluate plant P&L and monitor variable costs to maximize profitability and drive cost control.
• Oversee the operations budget, daily labor planning, production scheduling, and material control to consistently meet customer demands.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing practices, 5S initiatives, and overall plant cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and environmental regulations.
• Lead safety programs, including employee training, incident investigations, and Workers’ Compensation processes.
• Build and manage the operations leadership team, including training, onboarding, and development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of mutual respect, teamwork, accountability, and collaborative problem resolution.
• Manage direct reports’ schedules, attendance, and vacations in line with company policies.

The qualified candidate will spend 60–70% of their day on the manufacturing floor, be a good problem solver, work in fast‑paced automotive environments, thrive on driving continuous improvement, build a team and drive engagement, and execute plans and projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans available after 90 days
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• 401K
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Annual bonus potential

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate's considered.
2. At least five years in a comparable operations management role.
3. Automotive supplier experience.
4. Experience working in metals environments (stamping, machining, fabrication).
5. Strong background in continuous improvement with proven results (e.g., scrap reduction, efficiency improvements).
6. Experience overseeing direct and indirect reports.
7. Experience leading root cause analysis and problem solving.
8. Experience overseeing at least 100 people in multi‑shift operations.
9. General knowledge of P&L, including variable costs, cost of manufacturing, and labor costs.
10. Experience with product launches.
11. Working knowledge of ERP systems.
12. Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred but not required

• Automation.
• Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with non‑union workforces.

Why Work Here

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Stable organization with new business growth.
• Annual bonus potential.
• Beautiful new office space close to the production floor.
• Plant with cutting edge technology.
• Company grows internal talent.

Candidates are preferred to be local to the St. Joseph, MI area. For regional candidates meeting the requirements, we offer a conservative relocation package.