Plant Operations Manager

PLANT OPERATIONS MANAGER

Position Type:

Direct Hire

Location:

Taylor, MI

Salary:

$100K-$130K

The Plant Operations Manager owns the site—end to end. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering flawless execution across safety, quality, delivery, and cost in a 24/7 automotive environment.

You are accountable for results. Period.

What You Own

• Execution
• Run all day-to-day operations: warehousing, sequencing, material flow, shipping/receiving
• Deliver 100% on-time, in-sequence performance—no excuses
• Drive labor efficiency, throughput, and overall plant performance

Safety

• Build and enforce a zero-incident culture
• No shortcuts—full compliance at all times
• Own incidents, investigations, and corrective actions

Quality

• Zero defects. Zero misses.
• Ensure sequencing accuracy and adherence to all customer requirements
• Implement error-proofing and eliminate repeat issues

People

• Lead from the floor, not the office
• Build strong supervisors and hold the team accountable
• Drive performance, discipline, and engagement across all shifts

Financial Control

• Own labor, cost, and productivity
• Eliminate waste and improve margins
• Maintain tight inventory control—no surprises

Customer

• Be the face of the operation to the customer
• Handle issues in real time—no escalation surprises
• Build trust through consistent execution

What It Takes

• 7\+ years leading operations in automotive logistics, warehousing, or sequencing
• Deep understanding of JIT/JIS and high-volume production environments
• Proven ability to lead in a 24/7, fast-paced operation
• Strong operational and financial discipline
• Experience with WMS/ERP systems

Leadership Expectations

• You take ownership—no passing problems
• You move fast and make decisions
• You lead from the front and set the standard
• You hold people accountable and develop your team
• You deliver results under pressure

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance