Plant Manager
On-site · Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Plant Manager needed to oversee the US plant operations from production and manufacturing to safety, quality, and productivity. Responsible for CapEx/OpEx planning, resource allocation, ERP reporting, KPI tracking (OTIF, lead time, scrap rate), and alignment with North America team. Lead production engineering to create SOPs, jigs, layouts, and cycle times; manage supply chain procurement, supplier relationships, inventory, and warehouse efficiency; drive R&D collaboration for product portfolio; ensure compliance with laws, regulations, 5S, and safety practices. Requires strong leadership, project management, and ability to operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; travel up to 50%.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, industrial technology, or related field
- Master’s degree in business or related field preferred
- Professional certifications related to manufacturing or plant management (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing) preferred
- Proven work experience as a plant manager, manufacturing manager, or similar role
- Adequate knowledge of budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, and human resources
- Familiarity with safety, quality, productivity, inventory, and stewardship processes
- Experience with research & development in capital goods
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies
- Fluency in English; ability to speak Spanish preferred
- Proficient in MS Office; proficient in ERP software
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