Pro Resources is seeking a Plant Manager for a client in Bristol, IN. The Plant Manager will take full ownership of manufacturing operations. This role is not just about overseeing the plant—it’s about driving results, improving processes, and leading a team to perform at the highest level. The ideal candidate is a strategic problem solver and hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high growth environment. Must have experience in Boats, RV, or Automotive industry. Apply Today!
Shift and Compensation
- 1st Shift
- Compensation is from 90,000 USD to 115,000 USD per year
Job Duties
- Overseeing all aspects of production, efficiency, and output across multiple lines and variable model mixes.
- Ensures peak facility performance through a results driven strategy aligned with company goals.
- Strong focus on on-time delivery, cost control, and process excellence.
- Drive toward Lean Manufacturing, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and eliminate waste.
- Upholds the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance across all production lines and subassemblies.
- Cultivate a culture of accountability, ownership, and high performance across the manufacturing team by recruiting, training, and mentoring top talent.
- Ensure leadership at all levels is equipped to drive results by setting clear expectations, measuring performance aggressively, and holding teams accountable for key production goals.
- Fosters cross-department collaboration, breaking down silos to align Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain for seamless operations
- Focus on optimizing production by identifying bottlenecks, eliminating inefficiencies, and improving throughput to minimize downtime.
- Establish and track key performance metrics, leveraging data to drive informed decision-making.
- Lead initiatives in process automation, equipment upgrades, and facility expansions, it ensures that every improvement directly contributes to business growth and delivers measurable impact on the bottom line.
- Responsible for managing plant budgets and financial performance, driving cost reductions and operational improvements while maintaining quality.
- Collaborates with leadership to align production capacity with business demand and growth projections.
- Partner with Supply Chain and Purchasing to optimize material flow, reduce lead times, and minimize inventory waste, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations.
Background Profile
- 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, with a strong preference for trailer, automotive, or heavy
equipment industries. - Proven track record of owning and transforming operations.
- Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making.
- Strong financial acumen, including experience managing P&L, budgets, and cost control initiatives.
- A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves leadership style—this is not a behind-the-desk role.
- Ability to recruit, develop, and retain top talent while fostering a high-performance culture.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- Must have experience in Boats, RV, or Automotive industry
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