Highlights
If you are an automotive manufacturing leader who can develop people, improve processes, and drive measurable performance across a complex production operation, this opportunity offers meaningful responsibility and the ability to make an impact across an established manufacturing team. Our client is looking for a hands-on, credible manufacturing leader who understands the demands of the automotive industry and can balance safety, quality, delivery, cost, people development, new product introductions, and continuous improvement.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Zeeland, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 2004 |
| Website | https://impactbusinessgroup.com |
Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead a significant portion of production operations at a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility in Zeeland, Michigan. This is a highly visible plant leadership role with responsibility for approximately 60 employees across three shifts, including three direct-report Production Supervisors as well as Team Leads and Operators.
This individual will own day-to-day operational performance while also helping shape longer-term manufacturing strategy.
Success in this position requires more than keeping production on schedule. Our client is looking for a hands-on, credible manufacturing leader who understands the demands of the automotive industry and can balance safety, quality, delivery, cost, people development, new product introductions, and continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established automotive operations leader who enjoys being close to the plant floor while having the scope and authority to make meaningful operational improvements.
Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing operations across an assigned business unit with responsibility for approximately 60 employees across three shifts.
- Directly lead, coach, and develop three Production Supervisors while building accountability throughout the Team Lead and Operator structure.
- Execute production plans while ensuring operations achieve established safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
- Provide leadership for high-volume assembly operations and support additional manufacturing processes as assigned.
- Monitor operational and financial performance, identify performance gaps, and implement corrective actions.
- Balance daily production requirements with new product launches, process changes, and other manufacturing initiatives.
- Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, product development, quality, supply chain, and procurement teams to ensure appropriate labor, materials, equipment, and support resources are available.
- Develop and execute short- and long-term operational strategies that support plant and business objectives.
- Identify equipment and capital requirements and provide recommendations supporting productivity, capacity, quality, and cost objectives.
- Champion continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, waste elimination, and cost-reduction initiatives throughout the operation.
- Evaluate manufacturing processes, systems, policies, and procedures and implement improvements that strengthen operational performance.
- Develop a strong leadership pipeline through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance management.
- Build a cohesive, accountable manufacturing team capable of consistently meeting production and customer requirements.
- Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor and work closely with frontline leadership to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- 10+ years of automotive manufacturing experience
- 5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership, production management, or operations management experience.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting new product launches or new product introductions within an automotive manufacturing environment.
- Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, waste reduction, and cost optimization experience.
- Experience participating in capital equipment planning and manufacturing process improvements.
- Strong understanding of the financial impact of manufacturing decisions and operational performance.
Titles Encouraged to Apply
- Manufacturing Manager
- Operations Manager
- Production Manager
- Assembly Manager
- Senior Production Manager
- Manufacturing Operations Leader
- Plant Manager
If you are an automotive manufacturing leader who can develop people, improve processes, and drive measurable performance across a complex production operation, this opportunity offers meaningful responsibility and the ability to make an impact across an established manufacturing team.
About Company
Working with iMPact
Here at iMPact we have helped connect candidates to opportunities available in Information Technology, Accounting/Finance, Engineering, and Business Process/Administration. We have full-time, part-time and contract positions available in Michigan, Florida as well as nationwide.
Our headquarters is located in Grand Rapids, MI and we also have an office in Tampa, FL. When you’re working with us, one of our experienced recruiters will connect you with matching opportunities and they will be there every step of the way to help you through the application, interviewing and onboarding process to ensure success.
To connect with one of our recruiters, submit your application for one of our open positions, or visit our website www.impactbusinessgroup.com to submit your resume for general consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!