Plant Manager
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Job Location:
South Bend, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
GTA Containers a leading defense contractor is seeking a highly motivated Plant Manager to join our manufacturing team. The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of a production facility ensuring performance targets are met across Safety Quality Delivery and Cost (SQDC). This role is accountable for achieving operational excellence driving continuous improvement managing resources efficiently and building a culture of teamwork accountability and high performance.
The ideal candidate will be a calm decisive and resilient leader who thrives in a fast-paced dynamic production environment. This role requires someone who can balance day-to-day urgency with long-term improvement efforts. The Plant Manager must be approachable and team-oriented yet able to hold people accountable and make thoughtful and decisive decisions when needed. A high level of emotional intelligence the ability to stay composed under pressure and a hands-on visible leadership style are essential to build trust across all levels of the organization and drive a culture of ownership performance and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations Management:
- Oversee day-to-day plant activities to ensure production meets revenue targets and customer demand.
- Lead the development and execution of production schedules while ensuring resource optimization across the multi-shift operation.
- Maintain operational readiness across all shifts and departments.
- Ensure accurate use of ERP systems and prompt reporting for tasks related to inventory accuracy work order completion and direct labor time tracking.
SQDC Leadership:
- Safety: Promote a zero-incident culture; ensure compliance with OSHA and internal safety policies.
- Quality: Drive adherence to product quality standards; lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Delivery: Ensure schedule adherence and on-time delivery to customers through effective planning and flow management.
- Cost: Control variable and fixed costs; identify opportunities for waste reduction and improved asset utilization.
People Management:
- Lead coach and develop supervisors and frontline staff to build a high-performing team.
- Monitor staffing levels and training needs to support operational demands.
- Foster a positive accountable and inclusive culture across all departments.
Continuous Improvement:
- Champion Lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
- Identify and lead Kaizen cost-reduction and process improvement activities.
- Execute performance management systems activities on time.
Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Collaborate with Sales Engineering Maintenance and HR and manage Planning and Supply Chain personnel to ensure alignment of goals and initiatives.
- Provide timely updates to executive leadership on plant performance and strategic initiatives.
- Conduct clean handoffs between the 1st and 2nd shifts when applicable.
Key Metrics / KPIs:
- Safety: TRIR (Total Recordable Incident Rate) Near Miss Reporting Safety Audits
- Quality: First Pass Yield Scrap Rate Customer Complaints/Returns (PPM)
- Delivery: On-Time Delivery % Schedule Attainment Throughput
- Cost: Labor Productivity OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) Material Usage Variance
- People: Turnover % Training Hours Employee Engagement/Satisfaction Scores
Qualifications:
- BS in Engineering Business or related experience
- Lean / Six Sigma certification or demonstrated competence (preferred)
- 5 years of manufacturing experience
- Proven success leading SQDC-focused operations
- Working knowledge of ERP systems production planning and performance metrics
- Excellent communication leadership and team-building skills
Work Environment:
- This is a hands-on leadership role based in a light manufacturing environment.
- Regular presence on the production floor is expected.
- May include occasional evening/weekend coverage or support as needed.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and training opportunities.
Join Our Mission:
Be part of a team that supports national defense and delivers high-performance systems to our military partners. If youre driven by purpose precision and performance we want to hear from you.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Expense Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Management Experience
- Food Processing
- Operations Management
- Production Management
- Budgeting
- Plant Management
- Manufacturing
About Company
GTA Containers is a one-stop provider of end-to-end integrated systems. Our strength is developing custom solutions based on every customer’s specific needs.
