About the Role
As a Plant Operations Lead, you will spearhead manufacturing excellence by overseeing production workflows, engineering projects, and maintenance strategies. You will drive organizational success by optimizing resource allocation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to meet ambitious safety and productivity targets.
Responsibilities-
Direct all aspects of manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, tooling, and technical resource management to maximize output.
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Champion Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste and enhance process efficiency.
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Oversee preventive maintenance programs and capital equipment projects to ensure high machine reliability and minimal downtime.
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Lead cross-functional teams to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, cost-control, and delivery timelines.
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Manage departmental budgets, focusing on labor efficiency and material cost reduction to improve overall profitability.
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Ensure strict adherence to EHS standards and regulatory compliance, including OSHA and ISO requirements.
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Mentor and develop staff, fostering a high-performance environment through effective coaching and succession planning.
Qualifications-
5+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
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Proven track record of managing complex operations including maintenance and engineering functions.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform root-cause analysis and solve operational bottlenecks.
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Demonstrated expertise in operational metrics, production planning, and financial forecasting.
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
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Specific experience in blow molding or injection molding processes within the automotive sector.
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Advanced certification or deep practical experience in Kaizen and continuous improvement frameworks.
