Plant Manager

Plant Manager - Electronics Manufacturing

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations at an electronics manufacturing facility. This leadership role oversees production, quality, logistics, and maintenance, ensuring the plant meets customer expectations, operational targets, and business objectives.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly, demonstrated success leading high-volume production, and a practical approach to improving efficiency, developing employees, and managing costs.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer delivery requirements.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate productivity, efficiency, quality, delivery, and operating costs.
• Identify operational constraints and implement solutions that improve throughput and resource utilization.
• Coordinate production, quality, logistics, and maintenance activities to support consistent plant performance.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with customer specifications, internal quality standards, applicable industry requirements, and company policies.
• Reinforce safe work practices and hold teams accountable for maintaining a safe, organized manufacturing environment.
• Partner with quality and operations teams to address production issues, resolve recurring problems, and implement corrective actions.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and plant personnel to strengthen performance and accountability.
• Manage workforce planning and staffing priorities to support production requirements.
• Promote clear communication, collaboration, and employee engagement across departments.
• Identify training needs and support employee development.

Logistics & Supply Chain

• Collaborate with supply chain teams to align material availability with production schedules.
• Improve material flow, inventory handling, and warehouse operations to reduce delays and support efficient production.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and delivery performance.

Continuous Improvement & Strategic Planning

• Develop and execute plant operating plans aligned with corporate goals.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methods to reduce waste, improve processes, and increase productivity.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that address operational challenges and deliver measurable results.

Financial Management

• Develop, manage, and monitor plant budgets, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Analyze operational and financial data to identify performance gaps and guide decisions.
• Control costs while maintaining product quality, workplace safety, and customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• At least 7 years of manufacturing operations experience.
• At least 3 years of plant leadership or production management experience overseeing high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing operations.
• Strong background in electronics manufacturing services (EMS), including printed circuit board (PCB) assembly.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement methods, and manufacturing best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze operational and financial data and implement improvements that deliver measurable results.
• Effective leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, industrial technology, business, or a related field.
• Experience in a contract manufacturing environment.
• Experience with surface-mount technology (SMT) processes and electromechanical assembly.

To Apply

Submit your resume highlighting your electronics manufacturing background, leadership experience, and accomplishments in operational performance, team development, and continuous improvement.

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