Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Discover Your Potential. Pursue Your Passion. Do you want to be part of Link Group?

At LINK, we value our diverse and talented group of employees, and are committed to offering a positive work environment that will challenge you to be your best. We are looking for hardworking individuals that carry the same values that we live by each and every day: Commitment, Accountability, Can-Do Attitude, Courage and Humility.

As a LINK employee, you have access to a package of benefits, including Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life & AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays and vacation time-off. Our retirement plan includes a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Link is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, other protected veteran status, and any other protected class under law.

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Position: Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Location: Plymouth, MI

Job Id:2624

# of Openings:1

Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations - Plymouth, MI

Discover your potential. Pursue your passion.

Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.

Link Engineering Company was established in 1935, and has been a family-owned company ever since. We treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family.

LINK is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment. We specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.

As the Manufacturing Operations Plant Manager, you will be responsible for leading our plant floor with a focus on operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker and hands on leader who can drive productivity, ensure quality standards, and foster a culture of accountability and innovation.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the plant, ensuring efficient production and adherence to safety and quality standards
• Follow, develop, and improve overall operational management system and best practices.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, reduce costs, and optimize resource utilization
• Lead, mentor, and manage plant staff including supervisors, technicians, and production workers
• Set and drive goals and key performance indicators for individual teams, to support business goals for profitability, on time delivery, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including supply chain, engineering, and quality to accomplish shared business and production goals
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and drive profitability.
• Maintain equipment and infrastructure to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
• Establish scalable teams and processes for sustainable growth.
• Responsible for Talent Management processes within assigned area. This includes but not limited to: hiring, strategic resource reviews, performance management, planning, compensation processes, terminations and maintaining adequate staffing levels per business needs.
• Responsible for Training and Development initiatives within assigned area: coordination and execution of Individual Development Plans and associated training/development assignments.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture within your team documenting, recommending and implementing improvement opportunities through our quality system.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, legal and ethical business practices.
• Ensure adherence to LINK quality process and procedures.
• Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job.
• Be a role model and advocate of the LINK culture that is consistent and emphasizes the identified mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Embody the Ownership Brand Driver (Accountability, Commitment, Can Do Attitude, Courage, & Humility).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in plant or operations management, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team building skills
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in the English language
• Proven track record of relentlessly driving process, operational rigor, improvements and managing change
• Excellent problem solving, decision making, and communication abilities
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing software
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk.
• Ability to speak verbally and read in English.
• Ability to see with corrective lenses.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Able to travel up to 30% domestically.
• Normal hazards related to working in an office environment.
• Normal hazards related to working in a manufacturing and testing environment.
• Normal hazards related to road and air travel.

LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK's vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.