The plant manager oversees the overall performance of the chihuahua manufacturing facility, responsible for production, engineering, quality, eh&s, and continuous improvement. They drive efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction while fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
key responsibilities include implementing proactive environmental health & safety measures, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting employee safety through practices like 5s and behavior-based safety programs. Performance is closely monitored through scorecard reviews and audits.
the role includes accountability for the plant's quality system, overseeing internal and external defect control, leading audits, and ensuring compliance with iso/ts/as standards. Regular updates will be provided to leadership.
effective asset management is critical, including oversight of inventory, purchasing, and capital equipment. The operations manager ensures assets are properly maintained, safeguarded, and utilized to support business objectives.
additionally, the operations manager oversees delivery performance and customer satisfaction, setting and monitoring goals, ensuring on-time shipments, and maintaining strong relationships with supply chain partners.
* 10+ years manufacturing experience with increasingly responsible roles
* lean and continuous improvement knowledge and experience
* iatf 16949 regulated manufacturing experience required
* excellent communication and negotiation skills
* knowledge and good understanding of cost accounting & financial skills